The poppy was a celebrated plant in Mesopotamia, with the Sumerians dubbing it the joy plant, and Assyrians 'the daughter of the fields' for providing nourishment to crops. Bundles of buds can be seen in the hands of genies next to the tree of life on reliefs.
About 3.75” Tall x 4.25” Wide at base.
Holds 16 oz
Dishwasher safe
Handmade stoneware mug, hand painted with underglaze and black slip.
Listing is one of multiple mugs of the same style, with slight differences in size and surface design.
The poppy was a celebrated plant in Mesopotamia, with the Sumerians dubbing it the joy plant, and Assyrians 'the daughter of the fields' for providing nourishment to crops. Bundles of buds can be seen in the hands of genies next to the tree of life on reliefs.
About 3.75” Tall x 4.25” Wide at base.
Holds 16 oz
Dishwasher safe
Handmade stoneware mug, hand painted with underglaze and black slip.
Listing is one of multiple mugs of the same style, with slight differences in size and surface design.