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Children's Mug

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1820

GUSN

GUSN-294170

Description

Creamware children's mug. Maroon transfer-printed design of an eagle with an American shield in front of its body, a wreath of flowers, and the word "Munroe" in white letters against a maroon backdrop.

Details

Descriptive Terms

mugs
earthenware
creamware
transfer printing
Knickknack
Mug, Decorative
Mug, Decorative

Inscription

"MUNROE" (transfer printing)

Additional Identification Number

MJ1970.820

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

2 1/2 (H), 2 1/2 (diameter) (inches)

Credit Line

Bequest of Miss Margaret Jewell

Accession Number

1970.1310.820

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