Whimsical Hand-Painted Ceramic Owl Figural Mug

This item is a novelty figural mug expertly crafted in the shape of a stylized owl. The ceramic vessel features a vibrant, hand-painted palette of mustard yellow, deep magenta, slate gray, and bright orange. The owl's face is characterized by large, expressive eyes with orange irises and black pupils, surrounded by white facial disks accented with raised 'polka dot' stippling. Above the eyes is a prominent magenta brow ridge that transitions into a gray forehead. The beak is a triangular orange protrusion. The body of the mug is cylindrical with a slight taper toward the base, finished in a soft yellow with textured dots. The handle is a sturdy 'C' shape finished in slate gray paint with a white decorative dot at the apex. The interior is glazed in a smooth, off-white finish. In terms of condition, the glaze appears glossy with some minor surface imperfections and tiny paint flecks characteristic of mass-produced decorative pottery. There are no immediate signs of major structural cracking, though slight wear is visible on the rim. The style is contemporary folk-art inspired, likely manufactured in the late 20th to early 21st century by a mass-market giftware brand (e.g., Magenta, Pier 1, or similar). The craftsmanship is heavy and durable, designed for everyday use rather than fine-art collection.