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Mug

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

GUSN

GUSN-48419

Description

Porcelain mug. Cylindrical with large loop handle. Central shield motif flanked by lions, with banner and inscription beneath. Floral decoration in green, orange, pink, and purple. Decorative bands at base and rim in dark blue and gold. Handle painted in dark blue and gold.

Details

Descriptive Terms

mugs
porcelain
Mug
Mug

Inscription

"UT MIGRATURUS HABITA" [Dwell as if about to depart] (Inscription beneath shield)

Additional Identification Number

39

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

4 5/8 (H), 3 (diameter) (inches)

Credit Line

Bequest of Miss Margaret Jewell

Accession Number

1970.405

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