Antique : Extremely rare blue and white transfer ware Commemorative : Wellington & Lord Hill

An extremely rare and magnificent large blue and white Commemorative Tankard decorated with the figure of the Duke of Wellington on horseback with his sword drawn (soldiers and lanscape within a cartouche), the reverse decorated with a similar image of Lord Hill. The side with drum, telescope and weapons. Internal and handle decoration

The pottery is quite thin, delicate feeling and light

This wonderful Campaign Commemorative is a must for the serious collector, dealer etc...

Circa : early 19th century

4.5 inches (11.5cm) height approx

Condition Report: There are staples repairs to the body as the following:

1. 3x tight hairline cracks running from top downwards about 2 inches long and held by 2 staples (2x) and 1 staple each.

2. Staple repair to the handle (on the body)

The staples were painted and very well executed - the Tankard displays very well with no chips or missing pieces - viewing is welcome and I am sure anyone who views will bid on this wonderful piece

From a good private collection fresh to the market, including: a blue and white transferware large Military Tankard with Wellington and Lord Hill, a Reform Mug, blue and white transferware Tankard with grazing rabbits, 18th and early 19th century Chinese export Tankards including one armorial piece, collection of Royal Worcester miniatures, Carved Chinese triple Cigar Box, photographs, Baxter Prints etc... etc...

Viewing welcome beforehand at London NW6

General Rowland Hill, 1st Viscount Hill GCB, GCH (11 August 1772 – 10 December 1842) served in the Napoleonic Wars as a trusted brigade, division and corps commander under the command of the Duke of Wellington. He became Commander-in-Chief of the British Army in 1828.

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