Description
This porcelain mug carries a painted Highland cow with a shaggy ginger and brown coat, a long fringe falling over its eyes and wide curved horns that sweep up towards the rim. Behind it sits a soft winter scene of frosted pine trees and gently falling snow, painted in a loose watercolour style on a white ground. The cow appears on both sides of the mug, so its face looks out whichever hand you hold it in. The handle, rim and inside are plain white, which keeps the painting the focus. It stands 9.7cm tall, 12cm wide and 8cm deep, a comfortable everyday size for tea, coffee or hot chocolate.
We think it belongs on the kitchen shelf through the colder months, ready for a slow morning brew or a warming drink after a winter walk. The snowy backdrop gives it a festive feel without shouting about it, so it sits happily alongside Christmas tableware and stays welcome well into the new year. It makes a thoughtful Christmas gift, easy to wrap and small enough to tuck into a stocking, and it is just as nice to keep for yourself as a cheerful start to the day at your desk or kitchen table.
Made from porcelain with a smooth glossy finish, the mug has a generous loop handle and a straight-sided body that sits steadily on a table or tray. As general good practice for porcelain, we suggest washing it by hand in warm soapy water and drying it with a soft cloth to keep the painting looking its best. For a gift with real charm, pair it with a bag of good tea or a bar of chocolate and a festive card, and it is ready to give.
Specification
| Material |
Porcelain |
| Colour |
White & Brown |
| Height |
9.7cm |
| Width |
12cm |
| Depth |
8cm |
| Weight |
0.302kg |
| Occasion |
Christmas |
Frequently Asked
How big is the Highland cow mug?
It stands 9.7cm tall, 12cm wide and 8cm deep, a comfortable size for an everyday cup of tea, coffee or hot chocolate.
What is the mug made from?
The mug is made from porcelain, with a smooth glossy finish and a plain white handle, rim and inside around the painted design.
Is the Highland cow design on both sides?
Yes, the Highland cow appears on both sides of the mug, so its shaggy face and curved horns show whichever hand you hold it in.
What colours is the mug?
The mug is white with a painted Highland cow in warm ginger and brown, set against soft grey pine trees and gently falling snow.
How should I look after the mug?
As general good practice for porcelain, wash it by hand in warm soapy water and dry it with a soft cloth to keep the painting fresh.
Does it make a good Christmas gift?
We think so. Its snowy winter scene gives it a festive feel, and it is easy to wrap or tuck into a stocking for Christmas morning.