English Transferware Mug – Raglan Castle Scene, Mid-20th Century | Curated Reduction
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The Piece This vintage English transferware mug features a romantic scenic illustration of Raglan Castle, rendered in deep red transfer print against a white ceramic ground. Produced in England in ...
The Piece
This vintage English transferware mug features a romantic scenic illustration of Raglan Castle, rendered in deep red transfer print against a white ceramic ground. Produced in England in the mid-20th century, it reflects the postwar revival of historic imagery for domestic and souvenir wares.
While the date “1792” references the historic site depicted, the mug itself was made decades later as part of England’s heritage tourism tradition.
Design & Construction
→ Cylindrical mug form with rounded handle
→ Underglaze red transfer print
→ Scenic architectural illustration with caption
→ Marked “Made in England” on base
Materials
→ Glazed earthenware / ironstone
Condition
Very good vintage condition with no visible chips or cracks. Transfer print remains crisp and evenly applied.
Era
→ Mid-20th century (c. 1950s–1970s)
Styling Notes
Perfect for open shelving, cottage-style kitchens, or dark academia–inspired vignettes. Also fully functional for everyday use if desired.
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