Tile with Popish Plot, scene of 'Capt. Bedlow'
CultureEnglish
OriginLondon, Greater London, England
PeriodCharles II (1649-1685)
Datec.1678-1680
MediumDelftware, tin glaze, lead glaze, cobalt oxide, and hand-built.
DimensionsOverall: 0.8 x 12.2 x 12.2 cm (5/16 x 4 13/16 x 4 13/16 in.)
Markings'Capt. Bedlow examined by ye Secret Comitee of the house of Commons'
Description'Popish Plot' tile painted in blue within a circular panel, within foliate motifs in the corners. Possibly made in the factory of Jan Ariens van Hamme.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.521
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
English Earthenware - DelftwareStatus
On view
1665
Object number: G83.1.543
