Dunoon Tideline Birds Bute Shape Mug Delightful illustrations of coastal birds are printed in a pattern around this beautiful Bute mug from Dunoon. The bird at the top of the design is the Sandpiper, the middle being the Avocet and the bottom being the Ringed Plover. All three birds are native to the United Kingdom and are categorised as wading birds. On the inside rim of the mug is an illustration of a pink Sea thrift and a silver fish, continuing with the coastal theme, as well is a similar illustration down the handle. This detailed mug would make a lovely gift for a ‘twitcher’ or someone who simply appreciates coastal birds, making it a wonderful gift for friends and family alike. Bute These classic shaped, fine bone china mugs feel good to hold and are the canvases for some of Dunoon\'s most popular, and certainly their most detailed, designs. With a capacity of 300ml, all designs are both dishwasher and microwave safe, with the exception of those featuring gold embellishment. Richard Partis Born in Bath, Somerset, Richard now lives in an old farmhouse in the Tamar Valley in Cornwall. An interest in natural history led Richard to draw in detail wildlife and nature subjects. Working with Dunoon for over 25 years, his rural surroundings are his inspiration for his natural history designs and the technical subject of cars and aircraft are inspired by their beauty and history.