Early creamware pitcher with Masonic symbols and a humorous poem. Transfer printed. It was likely made in England, c. 1780-1810. It measures 5 1/2 " high and 4 1/4" wide at mouth.  There is a small crack in the lip that looks like it might have been in the making. There is a hairline crack in the lip which has been repaired on the outside.  There is wear and staining expected for something well over 200 years old.

 The poem is an 18th century poem celebrating hospitality, friendship and freedom.  It is as follows: To my best friends are free, Free with that and free with me, Free to pass the harmless joke, and the tube sedately smoke, Free to drink just what they please As at home  and at their ease free to speak and free to think No informers with me drink, Free to stay a night or so When uneasy free to go.