A very fine Derby Porcelain Porter Mug c.1805 - 1810

A very fine Derby Porcelain Porter Mug c.1805-10 Duesbury & Kean period. Of cylindrical shape with an angular handle, the main body, finely painted in coloured enamels with a neoclassical pattern incorporating birds, mythical beasts in gold with chasing to heighten the gilt decoration. Around the rim is a wide band with an orange ground along with some more classically inspired gold decoration. 

Marked with a purple crown over crossed batons and letter D to the base. Gilders / Decorators mark 40

Condition: Very small rim chip and a small amount of wear to the gilding. 

Porter is a style of beer that was developed in London in the early 18th century. It is well-hopped and dark in appearance owing to the use of brown malt