Historical information

Production of the mugs was inspired by the interest of visitors in purchasing a mug like the ones on display created by an artist Catherine Bell in 2017 for the Sounding Histories exhibitions.

Significance

This mug added to the Mission collection as a contemporary example of MTSV memorabilia and promotion and features bth current logo and image of the building complex.

Physical description

Pale gray ceramic drinking mug with a mid-blue lining and a large handle (1668). Colour image transfers decorating outer walls.

Inscriptions & markings

The Mission to Seafarers logo in a blue oval with 'Caring for Seafarers since 1857' printed in blue underneath is printed on the front. On the back in dark gray is a stamped effect of a street scape with Mission buildings with 'www.missiontoseafarers.com.au . On the underside a paper lined is adhered with a printed barcode and price of $12.00.