Historical information

This mug is one of a number of items which were made to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the settlement of Warrnambool. It was made by Ian Sadler at the Potter’s Wheel which operated from 74 Liebig Street Warrnambool from around the 1970’s to around 2010.

Significance

This item is significant in that it is an item which marks the celebration of the 150th anniversary of the settlement of Warrnambool. It also is a locally made item by The potter’s wheel which was one of few artisan businesses which operated successfully in the latter part of the 20th century.

Physical description

Pottery mug, glazed blue black on the outside grey on the inside .Four indentations in surface of the mug. 150th Anniversary details on front with picture of sailing ship

Inscriptions & markings

Warrnambool 150th 1847-1997 Anniversary on side of mug. Sadler 97 469/500 Warrnambool written on base.