Biscuit Barrel or Cookie jar

1/12 scale ceramic & metal Biscuit Barrel, lovely floral pattern.

Cookie jars, also known as biscuit barrels or jars, have been used in England since the latter part of the 18th century. They were often made of glass with metal lids. Cookie jars became popular in America around the time of the Great Depression in 1929. ... The jar was green with the word "Cookies" embossed on the front.