Mug with "Shakespeare", "Comedy" and "Tragedy" patterns
Manufacturer
Worcester Porcelain Manufactory
(English, founded 1751)
CultureEnglish
OriginWorcester, Worcestershire, England
PeriodGeorge II (1727-1760)
Datec.1769-1770
MediumSteatitic (soapstone) soft-paste porcelain, black overglaze printed enamel
DimensionsOverall: 12.5 x 12.5 cm (4 15/16 x 4 15/16 in.)
MarkingsNone
DescriptionWorcester tankard, cylindrical with grooved and ribbed loop handle. It is black transfer-printed decoration of "Shakespeare", "Comedy", and "Tradegy".
Credit LineGift of Norman B. and Cicely B. Bell
Object numberG98.6.5
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
English PorcelainStatus
Not on viewArtist / Maker: Worcester Porcelain Manufactory
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Artist / Maker: Worcester Porcelain Manufactory
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Artist / Maker: Worcester Porcelain Manufactory
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