Wedgwood Keith Murray King Edward VIII 1937 Coronation Commemorative Pitcher

A cream-colored earthenware pitcher designed by architect Keith Murray for Wedgwood to commemorate the planned 1937 coronation of King Edward VIII. The vessel features a tapered cylindrical form with a pinched spout and a prominent angular handle. The exterior is decorated with blue transfer-printed designs and text. The front displays the Royal Coat of Arms of the United Kingdom flanked by the year 19 37. The sides include the name EDWARD VIII, the royal cypher ER VIII, and the abbreviated Latin titles FID DEF and IND IMP. The royal motto DIEU ET MON DROIT is printed in a band around the base of the body. The underside is stamped Wedgwood with an impressed mark and also features a green printed mark reading WEDGWOOD MADE IN ENGLAND alongside a green facsimile signature for Keith Murray. A blue commemorative mark with a crown and text is also present on the base. The underside includes a circular gray adhesive label for the Rubin Collection. Dimensions: 7.50"L x 4.50"W x 8.50"H Dimensions: 7.50"L x 4.50"W x 8.50"H Weight: 2.90 lb Condition Request Condition Report Good

Estimation:€44.63

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