Mug

Creamware cylindical mug, printed in black with a view of Greenwich Hospital from the Isle of Dogs, within a circular medallion edged with foliage, surmounted by flags and an anchor. Inscribed below: 'GREENWICH HOSPITAL/Where seaman prattle oer their former wars/And proudly shew their wooden legs and scars'. The print is based on an engraving by W. & J. Walker after F. Nicholson published by Harrison & Co 1 August 1792.

Object Details

ID: AAA4479
Collection: Decorative art
Type: Mug
Display location: Display - Sea Things Gallery
Creator: Unknown
Places: Greenwich
Date made: 1780-1800
People: Greenwich Hospital
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 155 x 150 x 105 mm