Mad Hatter Miniature Mug Appraisal

Mad Hatter Character Teacup or Miniature Mug

This item is a small, ceramic or porcelain character teacup or miniature mug, sculpted and painted to resemble the Mad Hatter from Lewis Carroll's 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland'. The piece features the Mad Hatter's distinct facial features, including rosy cheeks, a prominent nose, and a slight smile, framed by white or grey sculpted hair that appears to extend from either side of his face. He is depicted wearing a blue jacket collar with white accents and a red bowtie, which is spotted with white dots. The most iconic element, his oversized yellow top hat, is prominently featured, complete with a dark red band and a printed tag displaying '10/6', a well-known detail from the original story. The hat forms the upper rim of the cup. A black, C-shaped handle is attached to the right side of the character's head, suggesting its function as a mug or teacup, albeit a very small one, likely for decorative purposes, collecting, or perhaps a thimble. The glaze appears glossy and even, indicating a mass-produced item rather than a hand-painted artisan piece, though the painting detail is quite good for a collectible. There are no visible chips, cracks, or significant wear on the piece, suggesting it is in very good to excellent condition. The colors are vibrant and well-preserved. Given its character depiction and likely production style, it probably belongs to a series of Alice in Wonderland collectibles from the mid-to-late 20th century or early 21st century. The craftsmanship is decent, with clear molded features and hand-painted details.