First Period Worcester Rare Printed King Of Prussia Coffee Can / Mug

First Period Worcester Rare Printed King Of Prussia Coffee Can / Mug

Code: FA0984

Dimensions:

W: 5.2cm (2")H: 6.3cm (2.5")D: 7.5cm (3")

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A fine, small Worcester porcelain mug / coffee can printed with The King of Prussia print in black, a pattern engraved by Robert Hancock, with grooved strap handle c.1757. The named portrait to one side of Frederick The Great and a winged figure on the other blowing two trumpets. 

Reference: V&A, museum number C.1043-1924. http://collections.vam.ac.uk/item/O236019/mug-worcester-porcelain-factory/

It measures 6.3cm (2 1/2") high, 5.2cm (2") rim to rim and 7.5cm (3") rim to handle.

Condition is very good with no damage or restoration bar a tiny fleabite to the foot rim (1mm). A small amount of handling wear to the engraved detail of the ends of the trumpets, the King's outstretched hand and the top of the angel wings.