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Children's Mug

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

ca. 1825

GUSN

GUSN-43308

Description

Earthenware children's mug. Black transfer-printed design showcasing the letters K and J. The letter "J" is represented by a jay perched on a bough and the letter "K" is a cat playing with an over-turned kettle. Alphabet themed.

Details

Descriptive Terms

mugs
earthenware
transfer printing
Mug

Inscription

"J - perched on the bough is a Jay" (Transfer-printed)
"K- with kettle- Kit does play"
"[illeg.] ADAMS/ ENGLAND" (Black print)

Additional Identification Number

MJ1970.97

Maker

Adams

Dimensions

2 3/4 (H), 2 3/4 (diameter) (inches)

Credit Line

Bequest of Miss Margaret Jewell

Accession Number

1970.1310.97

Places

England (United Kingdom) [country]

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