1) The Mortar bears the Plymouth mark in blue on the base and the wreathing caused during the modelling is a familiar characteristic of many Plymouth pieces; 2) Small globular teapot decorated in blue on white. The decoration is oriental in character with a blue band running round the edge of the lid and the neck of the teapot.
More information
Title of artwork, date
Mortar & Teapot, 1768–1770
Date supported
1940
Medium and material
Porcelain
Dimensions
1) 9.5 x 13.3 cm; 2) 10.8 x 16.5 cm
Grant
29
Total cost
29
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