Flowers and Garlands, 19th Century Hand-decorated Spongeware Mug white flower but as I don't

but as I don't

were typically made of brass

based on the logo painted on the tail

This sterling silver vintage pin is marked D'Molina

but I am sure glad someone salvaged this piece

Flowers and Garlands, 19th Century Hand-decorated Spongeware Mug white flower but as I don'tTo me this good sized, c. mid 19th century mug with hand painted flowers feels quite warm and cozy a nice one to actually drink morning coffee from, or fill with sprigs of holiday green and berries, or to use to hold ones toothbrush! I believe this would be properly be classified as spongeware (and was by the dealer who sold it me), with the garland motif looking to have been applied using a stencil and sponged type painting. Plus a hand painted blue