A documentary creamware mug dated 1788

A documentary creamware mug dated 1788, painted with bright floral sprays either side of the strap handle, the front inscribed in red with 'Je crains Dieu, et je n'ai point d'autre crainte; Capt. Samuel Parker', in a ribboned banner 'When this you see, Remember me, Tho' many miles We distant be', Dec. 20th 1788' beside an anchor, fitted with a glass bottom, 15cm.

Samuel Parker is a common name in 18th century America, particularly in the six states of New England. Rather than a memorial, the French inscription appears to indicate that the mug was made by a sea captain for his beloved when he set off on a voyage.