Marimekko classic red poppy cup mug rare

Marimekko classic red poppy teacup mug rare and hard-to-find! The short, wide size of the teacup makes it ideal for a variety of uses, from tea to ice cream. Hold your morning coffee, afternoon tea or late-night hot chocolate in the Marimekko Unikko Red Mug. The porcelain piece is adorned with the classic red poppies of Maija Isola's Unikko pattern. It is microwave, oven, freezer and dishwasher safe like the rest of the practical and beautiful Oiva dinnerware line. Specifications for Marimekko Unikko Red Mug/Cup MEASUREMENTS: 4" D x 2-1/4" H (10 x 5.5 cm) BRAND: Marimekko DESIGNER: Maija Isola PRODUCT FAMILY: Marimekko Unikko Dinnerware PATTERN: Marimekko Unikko COUNTRY: Designed in Finland Care: Microwave, oven, freezer and dishwasher safe. Approximately 8.5 oz (25 cl) More about Marimekko The bold, effusive prints and textiles of Marimekko are the first to come to mind for many when thinking about Finnish design. Founded in 1951 by Finnish couple Viljo and Armi Ratia, the name Marimekko translated literally means "Mary-dress." Maija Isola Undisputedly the most famous textile designer to have existed at Marimekko, Maija Isola created over 500 prints during her long and colorful employment. The height of her design notoriety occurred during the 1960’s, right around the time when she created her explosive Unikko pattern.