Hey friends — meet Marvin. Yes, that Marvin:
the Martian who’s been popping up in our cartoons since 1948 and still stealing scenes (and mugs) to this day.
In Marvin’s Own Voice
Greetings, Earthlings! I am Marvin — The Martian — and yes, I know I look even better in ceramic. I was first introduced on the earth-year calendar in a cartoon called Haredevil Hare back in 1948, and since then I’ve had my fair share of attempts at world domination. Spoiler: your planet survived. Again. My Illudium Q-36 Explosive Space Modulator hasn’t worked out exactly like I planned, but I keep trying — partly for science, partly for drama.
This mug is a fine likeness of me — green helmet, scowl (I prefer “determined expression”), and all. I’m told Mel Blanc gave me my voice in the cartoons — what a fellow, that Mel. He made me sound like I knew exactly what I was doing, even when I didn’t.
I’ve held many things in my ceramic life: steaming coffee before early morning plotting sessions, tea during long strategy meetings, and once — don’t tell the others — a bouquet of tiny daisies tucked in for morale. I make ordinary mornings feel a little more cosmic. If you’re the kind who likes a wink of nostalgia with your caffeine, I’m your mug.
So — if you like classic cartoon mischief, a little retro charm, and a mug that says “I might conquer the day,” pick me up. I promise to be a friendly (but determined) Martian.
Want a little Looney Tune nostalgia in your morning routine? Drop a comment below or head to the shop listing — Marvin might just be waiting to fly off the shelf and into your cupboard.
Credit to: https://www.deviantart.com/ for the photo below. Marvin over the years, the Villain!
