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Mug ID - Need Help

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TM

I found this mug at an antique mall. I've never seen one and was wondering if it was new, old, common, rare, etc. It had felt on the bottom so I couldn't see any makers mark. The guy at the store took a pic with a Poloroid Instamatic that I had to scan (thus the crappy quality). I had them put it on hold for a day, pending some research. Any help is appreciated.

T

It's a Bumatay rendition, worth getting if the price isn't too outrageous. No more than $20, unless you really want the mug for it's aesthetic value, which is anything you desire. I'd get it if I could.

TM

Thanks Greg, I also thought it was a Bumatay knock-off.

B

It's from a "home ceramics" mold. Probably by Duncan. There is one in a dark brown glaze on page 62 of Tiki Quest (second row from bottom, second from the left.)

It's a cool design, and if it is done well, is a very nice mug.

-Duke

TM

Thanks Duke - I looked through Tiki Quest last night, but must have missed it.

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