Two Silver Plain Mugs
Silversmith
George Robertson
(Aberdeen, Scotland, active 1710 - 1727)
Datec. 1720
Object NameMug
Mediumsilver
ClassificationsApplied Art
DimensionsOverall: Length: 10.7 cm, Height: 7.3 cm
Base: Diameter: 7.8 cm
Rim: Diameter: 7 cm
Weigth: ABDAG001244.1: 166.85gm ABDAG001244.2: 167.04gm
Base: Diameter: 7.8 cm
Rim: Diameter: 7 cm
Weigth: ABDAG001244.1: 166.85gm ABDAG001244.2: 167.04gm
AcquisitionPurchased in 1983 with assistance from the National Fund for Acquisitions.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG001244
Keywords
Mugs were used by all members of the family, including women and children. This pair of mugs probably contained beer which, along with wine, was a popular beverage of the time. The classic unadorned shape is influenced by Dutch forms, and may indicate a cross-fertilisation of ideas encouraged by Aberdeen's trade with the Low Countries.
1760
early to mid 18th century
