Fine Worcester Tankard Onglaze Printed ‘Shakespeare’ Tankard C1769

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Fine Worcester Tankard Onglaze Printed ‘Shakespeare’ Tankard C1769

A Fine Worcester Tankard C1769

Decorated with a full length portrait of Shakespeare,

Who is resting on a pedestal carved with the faces of Elizabeth I, Henry V and Richard III,

Beneath the inscription ‘The Cloud capt Tower…’,

Flanked by figures of Minerva and Fame,

Height; 4 11/16″ (11.9 cm )

Condition; excellent