Glass and Porcelain
Historical Blue Staffordshire of "McDonnough's Victory"
c. 1820, Staffordshire Historical Blue Transfer Decorated "McDonnough's Victory" Covered Sugar Bowl, England, Choice Near Mint.
A lovely example of this type that is complete with its perfectly fitted original lid and excellent for use or display. In June 1814 during the War of 1812, Great Britain again threatened to invade the United States from Canada, this time from Lake Champlain. United States Navy Commodore Thomas MacDonough commanded the fleet on that lake and defeated the enemy near Plattsburgh, New York. Meanwhile, American soldiers achieved a similar victory on land and once again drove back a possible invasion. This Staffordshire Historical Blue War of 1812 Transfer Decorated Commemorative depiction is titled, "McDonnough's Victory" Covered Sugar Bowl, measuring about 7" tall x 7.5" long x 4.5" wide. There is no apparent wear but as expected at the base, the colors are rich and deep, no defects or detractions noted.