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Reproduction Abraham Lincoln administration teacup

Creator:
Haviland and Company
Location:
France, Limoges
Origin Date:
Unknown
Materials:
ceramic
Measurements:
overall: 3 1/8 in x x 4 in
Item ID:
71.2009.082.0026a
Holding Institution:
Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
Available for Viewing:
No
Category:
Three-dimensional Objects

Description

Porcelain reproduction Abraham Lincoln administration teacup features a gold rim and a gold braided band and a thick magenta band around the body. The magenta band bears a ring of gold dots at the top and two gold pinstripes at the bottom. An eagle is printed below the bands; the bird's wings are spread, and it clutches an olive branch and arrows in its talons. A looped handle with decorative moldings and gold leaf designs is attached on the side. "Haviland, Limoges, France; Haviland, France" is printed on the bottom in gold and green. Part of the Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum