Object number
M.06.55
Title
Devonware Loving Cup
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Production reason
To celebrate W G Grace, another similar cup with bat lowered was made, commemorating WG Grace's 100th score of 100 runs or more, which was achieved in 1895. The reverse of this Loving Cup shows crossed cricket bats and a ball.
Production notes
http://torquaypottery.co.uk/about/collecting-themes/sports-page
Material
Size
Height: 19 cm
Description
Devonware loving cup with two scroll work handles. Cylindrical form.. Beige with brown and green leaf motif around rim and foot. Incised figure of W G Grace with raised bat. Inscribed “Here's to thee our Century Grace who better would you have Sirs." and "He's the man to make the pace. So his exploits we'll sing Sirs." Reverse has naive floral design with crossed cricket bats and ball.
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