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Here’s our new Mysterious Moai tiki mug. This weathered Moai, an icon of Polynesian pop, is our tribute to the rise of Tiki during the mid 20th century. The Moai has seen it all: the post-war Polynesian pop and Tiki boom, the craze for all things “exotic,” the growth and decline of Tiki empires. The Moai’s stern visage is a symbol of a mysterious far-off island which had become a very familiar face in the world of Tiki. During the mid-century, often Moai were found on matchbooks, featured on restaurant menus and signs, made endlessly as ceramic mugs, and even replicated as monolithic statues to grace the interiors and exteriors of Tiki Temples. The Moai’s stony silence is a testament to the enduring power of the ancient image and a reminder that even in the midst of mid-century kitsch a touch of the authentic always shines through. This mug holds about 18oz, and is about 6.6 inches tall. The song is Mr. Moai’s Mash by Jason Lee and the R.I.P Tides. You can find this mug on tikilandtrading.com or via the link in our IG bio.