Occupied Japan Winking Man Toby Mug | Hand Painted Character Face Mug

Hand Painted Winking Old Man Toby Mug, Made in Occupied Japan This charming Toby mug shows a cheeky old gentleman with a sly wink, a crooked grin, and bushy black eyebrows. He wears a black brimmed hat, a green coat, and a pink bow tie, and his rosy, hand-painted face is full of character. The black-and-cream handle rises from the brim of his hat, in the classic style of English Toby jugs. The base is stamped "Made in Occupied Japan." That mark was used only on Japanese exports during the Allied occupation after World War II, which makes it a sought-after mark for collectors. At 5 inches tall, he's larger than many Occupied Japan Toby mugs. He's a fun addition to a Toby jug collection, a vintage barware shelf, or a man cave, and he'd make a great Father's Day gift. Features & Specifications Brand/Maker: Unmarked Japanese maker, stamped "Made in Occupied Japan" Type: Toby mug / character mug Materials: Ceramic Color Palette: Black, flesh tone, green, pink, brown, cream Motif/Design: Winking old man with black hat and pink bow tie Dimensions: 5 in tall x 5.5 in wide (including handle) Year Produced: 1947–1952 Condition Good vintage condition for its age. The unglazed foot rim shows glaze wear and minor roughness from age and use, and there are small glaze skips typical of hand-painted Occupied Japan pieces. The painted face and colors remain bright. The base is marked "Made in Occupied Japan."