Japan / Gentlemen Take Polaroids ‘Reimagined’ Advert Mug
Step into the stylish world of JAPAN with this stunning ‘GENTLEMEN TAKE POLAROIDS’ ceramic mug — a bold tribute to their first album on VIRGIN RECORDS, released in 1980. This record marked a turning point for the band, fusing visual sophistication with musical innovation, and this mug captures the essence of that era.
The image is licensed from NICOLA TYSON, who collaborated with photographer STUART MCLEOD on the ‘GENTLEMEN TAKE POLAROIDS’ photo shoot for the album’s iconic front cover image.
NICOLA TYSON is now a celebrated artist; her work has since been exhibited at Tate Modern, MoMA, the Whitney Museum, and the ICA.
Adding to its authenticity, the mug also features the original JAPAN logo — a design that was used in the earliest promotional campaigns for ‘GENTLEMEN TAKE POLAROIDS’ before being phased out. It’s a rare nod to the transitional moment in the band’s visual identity. The mug also incorporates the promotional text used in the original ‘GENTLEMEN TAKE POLAROIDS’ advert campaign, with the taglines “MUSIC FOR ADULTS ONLY” and “INITIAL QUANTITY AT £3.99”
Made for everyday use and built to last, this 11oz ceramic mug boasts a sturdy construction and a superior 30 μm ORCA Grade (AAA) coating for vibrant colour and sharp. And it’s dishwater safe.
Whether you're sipping coffee or displaying it on your shelf, this mug is more than merch — it’s a piece of music history reimagined for daily life.
UNITED KINGDOM POSTAGE ONLY AT THE MOMENT FOR THIS ITEM
Step into the stylish world of JAPAN with this stunning ‘GENTLEMEN TAKE POLAROIDS’ ceramic mug — a bold tribute to their first album on VIRGIN RECORDS, released in 1980. This record marked a turning point for the band, fusing visual sophistication with musical innovation, and this mug captures the essence of that era.
The image is licensed from NICOLA TYSON, who collaborated with photographer STUART MCLEOD on the ‘GENTLEMEN TAKE POLAROIDS’ photo shoot for the album’s iconic front cover image.
NICOLA TYSON is now a celebrated artist; her work has since been exhibited at Tate Modern, MoMA, the Whitney Museum, and the ICA.
Adding to its authenticity, the mug also features the original JAPAN logo — a design that was used in the earliest promotional campaigns for ‘GENTLEMEN TAKE POLAROIDS’ before being phased out. It’s a rare nod to the transitional moment in the band’s visual identity. The mug also incorporates the promotional text used in the original ‘GENTLEMEN TAKE POLAROIDS’ advert campaign, with the taglines “MUSIC FOR ADULTS ONLY” and “INITIAL QUANTITY AT £3.99”
Made for everyday use and built to last, this 11oz ceramic mug boasts a sturdy construction and a superior 30 μm ORCA Grade (AAA) coating for vibrant colour and sharp. And it’s dishwater safe.
Whether you're sipping coffee or displaying it on your shelf, this mug is more than merch — it’s a piece of music history reimagined for daily life.
UNITED KINGDOM POSTAGE ONLY AT THE MOMENT FOR THIS ITEM
Step into the stylish world of JAPAN with this stunning ‘GENTLEMEN TAKE POLAROIDS’ ceramic mug — a bold tribute to their first album on VIRGIN RECORDS, released in 1980. This record marked a turning point for the band, fusing visual sophistication with musical innovation, and this mug captures the essence of that era.
The image is licensed from NICOLA TYSON, who collaborated with photographer STUART MCLEOD on the ‘GENTLEMEN TAKE POLAROIDS’ photo shoot for the album’s iconic front cover image.
NICOLA TYSON is now a celebrated artist; her work has since been exhibited at Tate Modern, MoMA, the Whitney Museum, and the ICA.
Adding to its authenticity, the mug also features the original JAPAN logo — a design that was used in the earliest promotional campaigns for ‘GENTLEMEN TAKE POLAROIDS’ before being phased out. It’s a rare nod to the transitional moment in the band’s visual identity. The mug also incorporates the promotional text used in the original ‘GENTLEMEN TAKE POLAROIDS’ advert campaign, with the taglines “MUSIC FOR ADULTS ONLY” and “INITIAL QUANTITY AT £3.99”
Made for everyday use and built to last, this 11oz ceramic mug boasts a sturdy construction and a superior 30 μm ORCA Grade (AAA) coating for vibrant colour and sharp. And it’s dishwater safe.
Whether you're sipping coffee or displaying it on your shelf, this mug is more than merch — it’s a piece of music history reimagined for daily life.
UNITED KINGDOM POSTAGE ONLY AT THE MOMENT FOR THIS ITEM
