A rare London Delftware fuddling cup circa 1635

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£4850

Dated: 1635 London

A rare early 17th century London white glazed delftware pottery fuddling cup formed by four conjoined vessels linked with intertwined handles. Shards have been located at  Rotherhithe and Southwark  London—a historical artifact from the reign of King Charles 1 in remarkable condition. NOTE; These rare puzzle cups formed entertainment in taverns. The four cups were filled with various alcoholic beverages, which became intermingled. The drinker was then tasked to guess the drink. This early example is in the 17th century and in remarkable condition

Dimensions: 3.25 inches high

Current Condition: Exceptional condition with minor wear in accord with age.

Provenance: Moor Wood Collection England

Literature: Michael Archer Delftware in the Fitzwilliam Museum Cambridge page 190

£4850    $6547

Description

A rare early 17th century London white glazed delftware pottery fuddling cup formed by four conjoined vessels linked with intertwined handles. Shards have been located at  Rotherhithe and Southwark  London—a historical artifact from the reign of King Charles 1 in remarkable condition.

NOTE;

These rare puzzle cups formed entertainment in taverns. The four cups were filled with various alcoholic beverages, which became intermingled. The drinker was then tasked to guess the drink. This early example is in the 17th century and in remarkable condition

Additional information

Dimensions 3.25 in