Details
- Dimensions
- 4.5ʺW × 3.5ʺD × 3.5ʺH
- Period
- 1910s
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Paint
- Porcelain
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Beige
- Condition Notes
- Surface wear throughout; minor paint loss and wear to the gilding. Surface wear throughout; minor paint loss and wear to the gilding. less
- Description
- Antique shaving mug of white porcelain with with hand-painted floral and bird motif at top in dark magenta and pale … more Antique shaving mug of white porcelain with with hand-painted floral and bird motif at top in dark magenta and pale pink painted bottom. Gilt accents and beautiful detailing throughout. The mug has a porcelain divided compartment at one side. According to The Journal of Antiques & Collectibles, the golden age of shaving mug production occurred between 1870 and 1920 and it was not unusual for a man to own one that bore what might be considered feminine decorations such as flowers or birds. Surface wear throughout; minor paint loss and wear to the gilding. No maker's mark. less
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