Bowl

Delftware punch bowl painted in blue with the head of Admiral Sir George Brydges Rodney (1719-1792), turned to the left, a foliage garland above. Inscribed 'ADMIRAL RODNEY FOR EVER'. The rim has a blue border on the inside, with a floral motif around the outside of the bowl. Possibly made for Rodney's election campaign in Northampton 1768.

Object Details

ID: AAA4367
Collection: Decorative art
Type: Bowl
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: circa 1768
People: Rodney, George Brydges
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Lionel Preston Collection
Measurements: Overall: 100 x 230 mm