Lot 225: A Collection of British Royal Commemorative Ceramic Mugs, Cups, and Bowls
An assortment of commemorative tea and coffee ware, primarily earthenware and bone china, featuring transfer-printed decorations relating to the British Monarchy. The collection includes various forms such as standard mugs, two-handled loving cups, teacups, saucers, and large open bowls. The decoration depicts portraits and heraldic symbols for several monarchs and events, including the 1911 Coronation of King George V, the 1937 Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, and the 1952-1977 Silver Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II.
A two-handled loving cup features transfer-printed oval portraits of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth within laurel wreaths and floral sprays. A large mug commemorates the Coronation of King George V, featuring a central portrait with the printed text CORONATION OF HIS MAJESTY KING GEORGE V 1911. A large open bowl features an interior transfer-printed portrait of King Edward VII with text including BORN NOV 9 1841 DIED MAY 6 1910. Another mug is decorated with bold blue text reading The Queens 1952 Jubilee 1977. One teacup and saucer set features a portrait of George VI with the text CORONATION MAY 12th 1937.
Regarding marks, several pieces bear backstamps on their undersides. One mug shows a printed circular mark with the characters H M S arranged around a central device, but the remaining text is not legible. The King Edward VII bowl has a printed mark on the base consisting of a circular cartouche containing illegible script. A blue-glazed mug features a printed mark that is heavily worn and illegible. No maker names are clearly readable on the items. One mug contains an unrelated rectangular block, appearing to be soap.
Condition report:
The collection is in varied, used condition. Heavy crazing and brown staining are visible on the interior and exterior of the King George V 1911 coronation mug and the large Edward VII bowl. Significant surface wear and losses to the blue glaze are visible on the blue-bodied mug (bottom left). Rubbing and loss to the gilt rims are evident on most pieces, particularly the loving cup and the George VI teacup. Accumulated dust and surface grime are present throughout the lot. No large chips or cracks are immediately visible in the overview, though fine hairline fractures may be present under the surface staining.
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