Mug, Coffee
Object number2019.18.20
OriginChina
MediumCeramic; Glaze
Credit LineGift of Steve Zumoff
DescriptionYellow-glazed ceramic coffee mug. Yellow glaze is on white clay that is exposed on foot. Cylindrical bowl with C-shaped handle and slightly recessed underside. Exterior of body has black zig-zag lines above and below two Beehive Coffeeshop logos flanking black text. DimensionsHeight x Width x Depth: 3.875 x 4.875 x 3.313 in. (9.8 x 12.4 x 8.4 cm)InscriptionsExterior of body has black and yellow printed text "BEEHIVE / COFFEE / FINEST / INTERNATIONAL / COFFEES / CATCH A / BUZZ / BEEHIVE / COFFEE".
MarksUnderside at center has clear rectangular sticker with black printed text "Made in / China".
Historical NotesBeehive Coffeehouse coffee mug. The Beehive Coffeehouse, located at 1327 E. Carson Street was a South Side institution for 28 years. It opened in 1991 at the nascent end of a developing coffee shop culture that would soon proliferate in urban centers throughout the country. It was one of the first coffee shops in Pittsburgh. For many years it served as a gathering place for local artists that lived in the neighborhood that often worked there as well. Co-owners Steve Zumoff and Scott Kramer cited rising rents, increased competition, and low sales as the reason they were closing the shop. They also had a shop in Oakland that closed in 2002. The décor of the Beehive was made up of thrifted objects and pieces by local artists. The collection reflects the unique décor and atmosphere of the Beehive.
Related person
Steve Zumoff
Related institution
Beehive Coffeehouse and Dessertery
(1991 - 2018)
Related person
Scott Kramer
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