Miniature Mug

Datelate 19th-early 20th century

MediumMechanically-molded porcelain with gilding and black, orange, and blue enamel

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 2 1/2 x 2 7/8 x 2 3/8in. (6.4 x 7.3 x 6cm)

ClassificationsCeramics

Credit LineConnecticut Museum of Culture and History collection

Object number2004.98.0

DescriptionSmall, white, round, miniature porcelain mug with hand-painted orange and blue enamels with gilding. The mug sits on a flat, round foot and has sides that taper slightly to a flared rim. A molded handle has been applied crookedly to one side. Opposite the handle are the words, "Forget Me Not", written in gilding. Below this is a swag of blue flowers with orange leaves on a black line. At one time there was gilding on the rim; however, that is almost completely worn away. There is a spot of blue enamel on the handle and on the rim nearby, suggesting that the mug may once have been decorated further.

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