Medieval Marginalia Mug – A Little Medieval Mischief with Butt Trumpets!
Who said the Middle Ages were all serious monks, noble knights and solemn prayers?
Medieval manuscript artists clearly had a rather mischievous sense of humour, and this unusual ceramic mug celebrates some of their wonderfully bizarre creations!
Featuring a procession of peculiar characters, upside-down musicians, trumpet-playing figures and fantastical medieval creatures, this design takes its inspiration from the extraordinary world of medieval marginalia.
Inspired by Genuine Medieval Manuscripts
Unlike modern illustrations simply drawn to look medieval, this artwork was created using elements from genuine historical manuscript marginalia.
The original figures have been carefully adapted, recoloured and brought together into a new, continuous scene inspired by medieval tapestries, complete with decorative floral borders, birds, foliage and an aged parchment-style background.
The result is a wonderfully eccentric celebration of the strange, surreal and occasionally rather rude humour found in medieval manuscripts.
A Design with Something Different on Every Side
The wraparound illustration reveals different characters as you turn the mug, including:
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A rather enthusiastic medieval trumpet player
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An upside-down musician performing an unlikely balancing act on horseback
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A procession of mischievous figures with unusually positioned musical instruments
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Decorative medieval birds, flowers and foliage
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Intricate tapestry-inspired borders in traditional muted reds, blues and golds
There's always another amusing detail to discover!
Product Details
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Capacity: 11 oz
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Material: White ceramic
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Dishwasher safe
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Microwave safe
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Glossy white finish
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Colourful wraparound medieval illustration
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Printed design visible on different sides of the mug
A Wonderfully Unusual Gift
Looking for something a little different?
This quirky medieval mug makes a memorable gift for:
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Medieval history enthusiasts
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Lovers of illuminated manuscripts and historical art
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History teachers and students
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Medieval reenactors
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Museum and heritage enthusiasts
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Lovers of unusual, quirky and slightly cheeky humour
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Anyone who appreciates the stranger side of history
Perfect for birthdays, Christmas, Secret Santa, or simply bringing a little medieval absurdity to your morning coffee.
A Touch of Medieval Madness with Every Cuppa!
Whether you're enjoying your morning coffee, afternoon tea or a well-earned break, this medieval marginalia mug is certain to raise a smile.
Please note: The design is a newly arranged artistic composition using historical marginalia imagery, rather than a reproduction of one complete medieval tapestry or manuscript page.
Colours may vary slightly depending on your screen settings.
