Fine Pearlware Childs Mug ~ MARTHA 1830 Start Price USD 600.00 Current Price USD 600.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Tuesday, October 28, 2008 End Time Thursday, November 27, 2008 Location New England See more about 'Fine Pearlware Childs Mug ~ MARTHA 1830' Description Pearlware Child's Mug ~ MARTHA 1830Porcelain:Antique:Ceramics, Porcelain:Childrens Pottery:Mugs (click picture for more detail) EARLY CHILDS TRANSFERWARE MUG NAMED MUG ~ MARTHA Staffordshire England ~ c. 1830 This is whimsical little child's transferware mug, circa 1830. This diminutive piece stands 2 3/4 " tall x 2 3/4 " wide with an applied acanthus type loop handle. The mug is light weight and beautifully potted with a pearlware glaze. The small mug has a wonderful engine turned base. The mug is transfer printed in black with a spectacular scrolling with whisps of fern or seaweed and flowers surrounding the name. The name " MARTHA " in a lovely type is placed at the front of the mug. The mug is rare as the name Martha was very uncommon and near impossible to find on early children's ware. The piece is unmarked. It most certainly was made in the Staffordshire district. Mugs like this were made as gifts for good children and rewards of merit, used to aid in children's education and moral training, and to encourage their imaginations in the early to mid-19th century. The images were taken from copperplate engravings used in children's books of the same period. The condition of this exceptional mug is Excellent, clean and bright with no wear. Normal stilt marks. Nicely potted and the transfers were applied with a good deal of attention to detail. It is amazing that this little piece was made for a child so long ago! Children's early mugs of this quality is quite scarce and highly sought after. The images are delightful, a throwback to a much simpler time. The cup will make a great addition to your collection of children's dishes. Please email me with any questions or if you would like to see additional photos. [AA813] Return PolicyReturns are accepted if we misrepresent an item. We must be contacted within 3 days of receipt.Shipping/Handling/Insurance Policy:Buyer pays for actual shipping, handling and required insurance. We are professionals and package very carefully. International shipping airmail only. International sales payment by Paypal only.Auction Payment Methods:We accept:: PayPal Visa/MC: our shop is a Verified account, Personal Check, Money Order Please visit our Childhood Antiques gallery! Place a Bid!