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Rare piece of Tiki bar history:
Authentic vintage Kon-Tiki Ports Ku tiki mug produced for the historic Polynesian-themed restaurants located in Chicago and Boston.
Designed by Steve Crane Associates, this sculptural ceramic cocktail mug features a dramatic carved Ku-style face, textured brown body, and dark glazed rim, interior, and base. It is marked “Kon-Tiki Ports Chicago-Boston” on the back and “Designed by S. Crane” on the underside.
Dating to approximately the 1960s–1970s, this is an appealing piece of original mid-century restaurantware and Polynesian pop history. It would make an excellent addition to a vintage tiki collection, home bar, retro cocktail display, or mid-century décor collection.
- Brand: Kon-Tiki Ports, marked with Chicago/Boston location on body
- Designed by Scrane (Steve Crane), stamped on the base
- Material: Glazed ceramic with hand-carved Polynesian tiki face design
- Color: Warm brown carved body with dark glossy glazed top rim and base
- Era: Vintage 1960s Tiki bar craze
- Measurements: height 6.5 in, diameter 2.5-3 in
Condition notes (please review photos closely):
- Good vintage structural condition overall
- Minor surface wear and natural patina from age
- Light surface crazing visible on lower ceramic portion
A fantastic addition to any tiki bar, mid-century collection, or vintage barware display. Ships carefully packed with in a sturdy box to prevent breakage. Smoke-free home. Please see all photos as they are part of the description.
