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Mug

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

White ceramic mug with a handle on the back. The mug has a wide mouth and a narrow base. There is a decorative border around the top edge. The body of the mug features a large, dark floral design. In the center of the design, it reads "Wilkes and Liberty No 45" in dark text. The mug sits on a plain surface with a plain background.

Artwork details

Date:
1766–80
Medium:
Earthenware
Culture:
British (American market)
Dimensions:
472 × 625 px
Museum record:
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