British & Continental Ceramics & Glass - 2nd September 2025

Lot 163

A large cylindrical commemorative creamware mug, c.1780, painted in iron red, purple and black with

Estimate £200 - £300

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Description

A large cylindrical commemorative creamware mug, c.1780, painted in iron red, purple and black with a portrait of Admiral George Brydges Rodney in a tricorn hat, beneath the inscription 'Success to brave Rodney', restored, 15cm.

Cf. David Drakard, Printed English Pottery, p.156, pl. 422.