Bring a touch of nostalgic Christmas cheer to your kitchen with this vintage “Winking Santa” mug. Measuring approximately 3 inches tall by 5 inches wide, this classic Santa face mug features rosy cheeks, a bright red hat, and that familiar jolly expression collectors love.
Although he’s known as a “Winking Santa,” this particular version isn’t actually winking — the name has simply become shorthand for the mid-century Santa style that was popular in the 1950s and 1960s. Over time, collectors have used the term to describe this cheerful, round-faced Santa look, whether or not his eye is closed.
This mug shows light paint loss consistent with vintage age, along with fine crazing on Santa’s face and inside the mug, which adds to its vintage character. Inside the mug, there are two small green spots that appear to be baked-in paint from the original manufacturing process — not damage. (Shown in photos as best as possible.)
✨ Details:
Style: “Winking Santa” mug (not winking)
Era: Mid-century vintage style
Material: Ceramic
Dimensions: Approx. 3” tall x 5” wide
Condition: Good vintage condition; light paint loss, Fine, hairline lines in the glaze on the face and inside—these are normal for vintage ceramics and not structural cracks and two small baked-in green paint spots inside
No chips
A wonderful addition to any vintage Santa mug collection or a festive accent for your holiday display.
Full of mid-century Christmas charm and nostalgic holiday spirit!
