Loving Cup
1996/5550
1800-1850 / Ceramic / Crockery / Methodism / Object
Ceramic, glazed
c.1830-50
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 or 'love feast' cup is transfer-printed in black and features a psalm. See also the other loving cups in the Online Collection.
c.1830-50
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 or 'love feast' cup is transfer-printed in black and features a psalm. See also the other loving cups in the Online Collection.
