Historical information

Established by George Guthrie in 1857 (about 5km north of its current site) and then again seven years later in 1864 after it initially closed, Bendigo Pottery remains one of the most influential and longest running Pottery’s in Australia.
Over the years the Pottery has contributed to the growth and development of the district through both its products including building products, table ware and decorative and commemorative war as well as artistically, being responsible for training and supporting many potters locally. The City of Greater Bendigo has had a long history of partnering with Bendigo Pottery and the Civic Collection holds a number of important items within its collection.

Physical description

Brown glazed slip cast jug. Includes details which are iconic to the image of Donald Bradman including his face (particularly his nose), baggy cricket hat and bat. Bradman's left arm forms the handle of the jug.

Inscriptions & markings

Verso; DON BRADMAN
Underside; Bendigo Pottery / Limited / Edition Series / 1416 / 3000 / Australia