Description

Title:Victorian Moustache Cup Powell and Bishop

Size:3 in (7.6 cm) diameter x 3 1/8 in (7.9 cm) tall.

Description:A colorful and collectible ceramic moustache cup that has a Japanese influence with birds and a fan.

The molded ceramic cup has an upper piece to protect one's moustache from the tea. The cup was fired with colorful Asian-style transfers.

The cup has a shallow foot with a glazed base. A diamond-shaped English registry mark showing that the cup was registered on December 6, 1880. There is a hand painted number in red for a production number. There is also a backstamp is a Caduceus, the symbol for a physician's symbol with wings and snakes. This mark was registered as a trademark by Powell and Bishop starting in approximately 1876. The mark was also used by subsequent partnerships including Powell, Bishop and Stonier.

MEASUREMENTS

3 in (7.6 cm) diameter x 3 1/8 in (7.9 cm) tall. Weighs 6.3 oz (175 g)

CONDITION

There is a hairline from the mouth rim near the handle, but no other breaks, chips, or repairs.. There is wear to the foot from use.

A fun Aesthetic Movement piece to add to your Victorian collection or use to drink your tea and not get your moustache wet.

Reserve: $80.00

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