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Derby Porcelain King of Prussia Mug
Derby Porcelain Factory, Richard Holdship, 1761–1765

Derby porcelain mug bearing a printed portrait of the King of Prussia. It has a small bell shape with a grooved handle. A half-length portrait of the King of Prussia, above a simple scroll, flanked by a floral print and a butterfly is printed in puce.
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Title of artwork, date
Derby Porcelain King of Prussia Mug, 1761–1765
Date supported
2001
Medium and material
Porcelain
Dimensions
9 cm
Grant
633
Total cost
2588
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