Lot #36: Vintage El Salvador Hand-Painted "Surprise Cockroach" Prank Coffee Mugs - Set of 2

Vintage El Salvador Hand-Painted "Surprise Cockroach" Prank Coffee Mugs - Set of 2 Add a little thrill to your morning brew with this set of two hand-painted ceramic mugs from El Salvador, featuring a fun surprise 'cockroach' at the bottom of each cup. Up for auction is a delightful pair of vintage, hand-painted souvenir coffee mugs from El Salvador, Central America. Featuring picturesque, idyllic countryside scenes on the outside, these mugs hold a hilarious, skin-crawling secret at the bottom of the cup! Item Details Quantity: Two (2) matching novelty mugs. Origin: Authentic artisan folk art from El Salvador, C.A.Material: Glazed ceramic / pottery. Condition: Excellent vintage condition. No major chips, cracks, or structural damage. (Please review photos for exact cosmetic condition). Design: Exterior: Beautifully hand-painted, vibrant tropical landscapes featuring traditional white-walled country cottages (casitas) with red clay tile roofs, lush trees, and blue skies. Each mug features unique, artisanal variations in brushwork and building layouts, making them true one-of-a-kind pieces. Both are signed "El Salvador C.A." along the top rim. Interior: A highly realistic, 3D ceramic cockroach molded directly into the bottom of each mug. Why Bid on This Set? The Ultimate Gag Gift: Perfect for office pranks, family gatherings, or treating unsuspecting guests. Fill them up with dark coffee, tea, or hot cocoa, and watch the slow-burn horror unfold as they finish their drink! Double the Fun: With a matching pair, you can execute a double-bluff prank (serving a "safe" mug to one person while the victim drinks from the other) or trick two targets at once. Collectible Folk Art: Beyond the joke, these are beautifully crafted pieces of regional Central American souvenir pottery that display wonderfully on a kitchen shelf or vintage mug collection Pickup is located at the intersection of Yonge St and Steeles Avenue Pickup category timeslot {A}