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Puzzle jug commemorating Charles II (r. 1660-1685)

CultureEnglish
Possible OriginBrislington, Bristol or London, England
PeriodCharles II (1649-1685)
Dateca.1660-1685
MediumTin-glazed earthenware (delftware)
DimensionsOverall: 17.5 x 15 x 11.2 cm (6 7/8 x 5 7/8 x 4 7/16 in.)
Markingsinscribed "CR2"
DescriptionA Lambeth or Brislington Delft puzzle jug decorated with leaves and flowers with a portrait of Charles II. Probably made for his Coronation in 1660.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.459
Classifications
European Ceramics
Sub-classification
English Earthenware - Delftware
Status
On view
ca.1695-1725
Object number: G83.1.527