A rare Caughley 'Thorny Rose' mug, circa 1775-79

A rare Caughley 'Thorny Rose' mug, circa 1775-79, transfer-printed in underglaze blue, with four unusual underglaze blue butterfly marks and an S mark to the base, 12cm high and 8cm diameter.

Provenance: Exhibited at 1999 Caughley Bicentenary Exhibition, no. 30.

Condition Report

Good condition with no cracks, chips, damages or repairs.

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