1987.529.1 a-e; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Set of Red and Gold Mugs with Tray

Artifact ID1987.529.1 a-e

Object Type Mug

Date before 1975

Medium paint, lacquer, wood

DimensionsOverall H 7 1/2 in x W 13 3/4 in x D 13 3/4 in (19.1 cm x 34.9 cm x 34.9 cm )

Physical Description(a-d) A set of four identical red mugs feature gold floral designs outlined in black. Gold bands encircle the rim and the bottom of each mug.

(e) A square red tray features a gold floral design outlined in black.
Historical NoteSoviet Ambassador Anatoliy Dobrynin gifted this set of mugs to President Ford. The State Department received the gift.Additional Details

Custodial History NoteA foreign official gifted the item to President Gerald R. Ford during his term in office. It was received through the Executive Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in 1981 for deposit with the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum.

National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)

National Archives Catalog SeriesHead of State Gifts Given to President Gerald R. Ford (74639696)

Use Restriction Status Unrestricted

Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.

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