On offer is a rare Ewenny Pottery stoneware mug dated 1939, finished in a rich deep blue glaze and hand inscribed to commemorate a significant civic occasion in Welsh history. The inscription records the presentation of the mug to Barbara by the Deputy Lord Mayor of Cardiff to mark her father’s award of an MBE, giving the piece exceptional historical and personal interest.

Founded in the 17th century in the Vale of Glamorgan, Ewenny Pottery is one of the oldest continuously operating potteries in Wales, celebrated for its traditional hand thrown stoneware and slipware. This mug displays hand incised lettering beneath the glossy glaze, making it a unique commemorative example of the pottery’s early 20th century production.

The mug stands approximately 5 inches tall and remains in used antique condition with repaired chips around the base. There is also an uneven glaze lump beneath the foot, causing it to sit slightly off level. Despite these faults, it is a scarce dated piece with strong Welsh provenance and collector appeal.

A fascinating example of Ewenny Pottery stoneware combining Welsh craftsmanship with documented local history and an excellent addition to any collection of Ewenny Pottery stoneware mugs or Welsh studio pottery.

Key Features

✅ Genuine Ewenny Pottery stoneware mug

✅ Dated 1939 with hand incised commemorative inscription

✅ Deep blue glazed finish

✅ Linked to the Deputy Lord Mayor of Cardiff and an MBE presentation

✅ Condition: Repaired chips to the base with an uneven glaze lump causing the mug to sit slightly off level

✅ Height approximately 5 inches

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