Mug

Hand painted pearlware mug, decorated in the studio of David Rhodes and Robinson of Leeds. One side is inscribed 'Rodney for ever' above a figure of a naval officer in a blue uniform, sword raised, standing in front of a fouled anchor, representing Admiral Sir George Brydges Rodney (1719-1792). On the other side a small boat is shown, being sailed by two men in blue jackets.

Object Details

ID: AAA4365
Collection: Decorative art
Type: Mug
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Rhodes & Robinson
Date made: 1780-1782; 1780-82
People: Rodney, George Brydges; Rhodes & Robinson
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 120 x 110 x 75 mm