A Chelsea-Derby Porcelain Named View Porter Mug 1775-80

Description

Heading : A Chelsea-Derby Porcelain Named View Porter Mug 1775-80
Date : 1775-80
Period : George III
Marks : Crown above D with painters mark in puce.
Origin : Derby. England
Colour :Green ground. Polychrome landscape
Pattern : View In Italy
Features : Acanthus leaf thumb rest
Condition : Excellent. Minimal wear to the gilding
Restoration :None
Dimensions : Height 11.7cm. bowl diameter 11.8cm and 16.3cms with handle
Weight : 566 grams

Eric Knowles Comments

With a capacity in excess of a pint this really should be called a tankard. it was intended for porter