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Christening mug made in Edinburgh, 1842This silver christening mug was made in 1842 by Marshall and Sons of Edinburgh. The mug is decorated with five inset 'Gothic' niches containing cast medieval figures. The straight-sided jug has a cushion foot and an elaborate double 'C' scroll handle. The five inset 'Gothic' niches on the body of the mug each contain a cast figure in medieval costume. The inside of the mug is gilded. The 'Gothic' decoration on the mug was influenced by the contemporary vogue for medieval romances. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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