English creamware pottery tankard commemorative of Nelson and Trafalger 1805

Reference: 4964

Dated: c. 1805 England

Antique commemorative creamware pottery tankard. Decorated with a fine and rare underglaze black transfer print depicting the portrait of Nelson flanked by flags, ships with an angel hovering above. The verse under the head of Nelson mourns the passing of the great man.
This verse appears on pieces from the Phillips Hylton Pottery based in Sunderland North East England.

Dimensions: 5.75 inch high

Diameter: 4.00inch

Medium: Creamware pottery commemorative ceramic earthenware

Current Condition Unrestored with istorical minor wear under base.

Literature: Commemorative Pottery 1780-1900 by John and Jennifer May ( a guide for collectors).

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