Loving Cup
1996/5573
1850-1900 / Ceramic / Crockery / Methodism / Object
Ceramic, glazed
c. 1850-1880
This type of two-handled ceramic mug is known as a 'loving cup'. These were used at 'Love Feasts', an early type of Methodist service originating in the Apostolic Church, where members gathered to share a simple meal, with the loving cup being passed around the gathering.
This loving cup is more elaborate than most and is decorated with painting, gilding and transfer-printed roses and foliage. See also the other loving cups in the Online Collection.
c. 1850-1880
This type of two-handled ceramic mug is known as a 'loving cup'. These were used at 'Love Feasts', an early type of Methodist service originating in the Apostolic Church, where members gathered to share a simple meal, with the loving cup being passed around the gathering.
This loving cup is more elaborate than most and is decorated with painting, gilding and transfer-printed roses and foliage. See also the other loving cups in the Online Collection.
