Cup and saucer 1933

Frank Graham Holmes, known for his decorative arts, created this cup and saucer in 1933. The piece features a detailed illustration of the Rotunda at the University of Virginia, with the inscription “University of Virginia” below. The design is printed in brown ink, with a thin gold rim on the cup and a black rim on the saucer. This piece, currently located in the Minneapolis Institute of Art, is a beautiful example of Holmes’s skill in creating decorative art that celebrates American history and architecture.