Cocker Spaniel Dog Salt and Pepper Shakers Yellow Ceramic Kitsch Japan VTG #129

Description

View Cocker Spaniel Dog Salt and Pepper Shakers Yellow Ceramic Kitsch Japan VTG #129 with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. These shakers feature a clean, black ink-stamped "JAPAN" mark directly on the bottom glazed rim, indicating they were part of the popular mid-century novelty wave. They make an excellent addition to a kitchen collection, a dog lover's display, or standard retro kitsch decor! Vintage Mid-Century Kitsch Cocker Spaniel Dog Salt & Pepper Shakers - Stamped Japan Item Overview Up for sale is a delightfully cute pair of vintage mid-century ceramic cocker spaniel dog salt and pepper shakers. This charming pair captures the sweet, big-eyed aesthetic typical of retro Japanese novelty ceramics from the late 1950s to 1960s. The Design: The puppies feature a rich, high-gloss mustard-yellow glaze with beautifully detailed, molded floppy ears accented with airbrushed pink trim. Their faces feature sweet hand-painted black eyes and noses. One dog has 3 holes on top for pepper, and the other has 2 holes for salt. The Background: These shakers feature a clean, black ink-stamped "JAPAN" mark directly on the bottom glazed rim, indicating they were part of the popular mid-century novelty wave. They make an excellent addition to a kitchen collection, a dog lover's display, or standard retro kitsch decor! Item Specifications Theme: Mid-Century Kitsch / Dogs / Novelty Kitchenware Animal Breed: Cocker Spaniel / Puppy Approximate Dimensions: 2.75 inches tall x 2 inches wide (each) Material: Glazed Ceramic Country of Origin: Japan (Vintage Export) Condition Report This set is in excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, or flea bites: Glaze & Paint: The high-gloss glaze remains very shiny. The painted eyes, noses, and pink ears are clean and bright. There are a couple of tiny dark dots beneath the glaze from the original factory kiln process, which is completely standard for novelty ceramics of this era. The Bases: The unglazed bottom rims show minimal, light shelf wear from display. The black stamped "JAPAN" mark is clear and legible. Stoppers: Includes clean, modern clear plastic replacement stoppers that provide a secure fit. Please review all included high-resolution photos closely, as they serve as the definitive description of the item's cosmetic condition. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Kitchen & Home › Kitchen Tools & Gadgets › Salt & Pepper Shakers. Brand: Unbranded (Japan Export).

Number of Items in Set

2

Shape

Cocker Spaniel / Puppy / Dog

Occasion

All Occasions

Size

Small

Color

Yellow, Black, Pink

Set Includes

Pepper Shaker, Salt Shaker

Material

Ceramic, Ceramic / Porcelain

Food Compatibility

salt, pepper

Brand

Unbranded (Japan Export)

Type

Salt & Pepper Shakers

Item Height

2.75 in

Style

Retro / Kitsch / Mid-Century Modern

Original/Reproduction

Original

Features

Hand Painted, Stamped Japan Mark, High Gloss Glaze

Time Period Manufactured

1950-1959

Components Included

salt shaker, pepper shaker

Country of Origin

United States

Item Width

2 in