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Mug

Maker: Possibly Pynn Corporation
Medium: Bone china
Dates: 1983
Dimensions: 3 7/8 x 2 7/8 in. (9.8 x 7.3 cm)
Markings: Brooklyn Bridge logo (tower and stays)
Collections: Decorative Arts
Museum Location: This item is not on view
Accession Number: 83.126.5
Credit Line: Ella C. Woodward Memorial Fund
Image: Overall, 83.126.5_PS2.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph, 2006

Catalogue Description: Brooklyn Bridge Centennial Celebration commemorative memorabilia. Colored decal decoration of entrance to Brooklyn Bridge and span with houses in foreground (Manhattan side) and masts of sailing ships with a "side wheeler" in the water passing under the bridge. On top of oval shaped decal: "1883 The Centennial Celebration of the Great Brooklyn Bridge 1983." Gold trim on lip of mug. On bottom of cup is the above phrase repeated. It also says: "Official commemorative exclusively licensed by Brooklyn Bridge Centennial Commission, Inc. C. 1983 PYNN Corporation." "Brooklyn Bridge Centennial Celebration 1883-1983." Condition: good

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