Ashmolean Museum Oxford
Start your day with an alternative contemporary edge drinking from this black and white Bear Testing mug. It showcases artwork inspired by the Ashmolean Museum's exhibition This Is What You Get: Stanley Donwood, Radiohead, Thom Yorke, perfect for enjoying your morning tea or coffee.
A must have homeware souvenir for any Radiohead fan, this mug features a black and white cartoon style design that is closely associated with the band. Originating from the artistic collaboration between Stanley Donwood and the band's frontman Thom Yorke. This mug uses the Modified Bear character in its design, which originates from a cartoon strip about genetically modified bears published on Radiohead.com around the time of the Kid A album release in 2000.
A beloved classic among fans, the Radiohead bear logo was never featured on official album covers but appeared in different forms across promotional videos, artwork, and graphics on the Radiohead.com website during the early 2000s. The bear motif was also referenced in the instrumental track titled 'Hunting Bears' on Kid A’s follow-up album, Amnesiac (2001). Although the Radiohead bear appears in numerous styles and variations, it consistently showcases its signature carnivorous grin, upright ears, and wide, unblinking eyes.
Mug measures 12cm wide including handle.
100% dishwasher proof and microwave friendly. Proudly decorated in the UK.
Credit: Stanley Donwood (b. 1968), Testing Bear, 1999, Ink on Paper, Collection of Stanley Donwood © Thom Yorke & Stanley Donwood
Materials: Earthenware
Dimensions: 9.7 x 8cm
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Christmas Delivery Dates
Please be aware that during busy periods, such as Christmas, it may take us longer than normal to respond to enquiries and to dispatch orders.
We recommend placing your order as early as possible to avoid disappointment. These are the recommended last dates for placing your order:
UK delivery – midnight Wednesday 17 December 2025
International delivery – midnight Wednesday 10 December 2025 (delivery times may be affected by customs clearance)
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