Post-Medieval — 1661; 17th century
Charles II caudle cup
Tin-glazed earthenware caudle cup made in Southwark and decorated in blue, manganese, yellow and ochre on a white glaze with a half-length royal portrait of Charles II, inscribed 'C II R 1661'. This piece was presumably produced as a coronation souvenir (see also A4946 and 46.78/581). Caudle was a hot spicy drink of ale or wine whisked into an emulsion with egg yolk. During the 17th century, the term ‘caudle’ (alternatively, ‘lear’) was also used to mean a sauce made of sack, butter and eggs for pouring into pies.
- Category:
- Post-Medieval
- Object ID:
- A4578
- Object name:
- Charles II caudle cup
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- Production date:
- 1661; 17th century
- Material:
ceramic, earthenware, tin-glazed earthenware, delftware
- Measurements/duration:
- H 73 mm, DM (max) 87 mm, H 70 mm, W 113 mm (overall)
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- Record quality:
- 100%
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- Owner Status & Credit:
Permanent collection
- Copyright holder:
digital image © London Museum
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