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. Double portrait depicting Tony Greig on one side of the toby jug and Greg Chappell on the other.

Inscriptions & markings

Above Tony Greig's face; Centenary Test
Below Tony Greig's face; Tony Greig
Above Greg Chapell's face; March 1977
Below Greg Chapell's face; Greg Chappell
Below handle of jug; Australia V England
Underside; Bendigo Pottery / Limited / Edition Series / 454 / Australia / Frith