Bowl
early 19th century (made)
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Bowl of glazed earthenware transfer-printed in blue with Chinoiserie scenes. Printed outside with figures, lakes and buildings. Inside is a border and at the bottom are the words 'May the next Royal George save the people'.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Glazed earthenware transfer-printed in blue |
| Brief description | Bowl of earthenware transfer-printed with underglaze blue, England or Wales, early 19th century |
| Physical description | Bowl of glazed earthenware transfer-printed in blue with Chinoiserie scenes. Printed outside with figures, lakes and buildings. Inside is a border and at the bottom are the words 'May the next Royal George save the people'. |
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| Marks and inscriptions | 'May / the next / Royal George / save the / people' (On the bottom) |
| Gallery label | Blue and White: British Printed Ceramics
V&A, 31 Jan 2015 - 3 Jan 2016
20 Bowl, ‘May the next Royal George save the people’
England or Wales, 1800–25
Lead-glazed earthenware
The verse almost certainly refers to George IV, who succeeded to the throne on the death of his father, George III, in 1820. During much of his reign George III suffered from illnesses, causing great anxiety to his family and the British public.
Museum no. C.500-1921
Given by Lady M.M. Evans(31/01/2015 - 03/01/2016) |
| Credit line | Given by Lady M.M. Evans |
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| Accession number | C.500-1921 |
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| Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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