A EUGENE BERNINGHAUS TRANSFER PRINTED PORCELAIN OCCUPATIONAL SHAVING MUG -- PATRIOT, CINCINNATI, OHIO, CIRCA 1890-1900, of tapering cylindrical form with gilt banding to the rim and foot, and gilt highlights to loop handle, the body with transfer printed eagle holding an American shield flanked by floral decoration, on the diagonal a banner with "A.B. Cook" in gilt gothic lettering, marks: "EUGENE BERNINGHAUS, CINCINNATI, OHIO, CLIMAX," (barberchair), "33." Height: 3 5/8" Width: 4 7/8" Depth: 3 1/2"

In overall fair to good condition with rubbing and losses to gilt decoration, minor surface wear commensurate with age and use.

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