| Accession Number | REL/10677 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Heraldry |
| Object type | Heraldry |
| Physical description | Porcelain |
| Maker |
Unknown |
| Place made | United Kingdom |
| Date made | c 1900-02 |
| Conflict |
South Africa, 1899-1902 (Boer War) |
Commemorative Teapot
Description
Commemorative white china teapot with fine gold decoration. One side bears an image of General Hector Macdonald above two crossed flags, a Union Jack and a White Ensign, with the words 'FIGHTING MAC' between them. Below the flags reads 'GENERAL HECTOR MACDONALD'. The opposite side bears an image of General Sir Redvers Buller above the same two crossed flags and 'GENERAL SIR REDVERS BULLER V.C.'.
History / Summary
An example of patriotic merchandise that was widely sold throughout the Empire during the Boer War.