Vintage Black Elephant Salt & Pepper Shakers Japan | 1950s Kitsch Anthropomorphic Ceramics | Retro Mid Century Modern Kitchen
$22.49 $24.99
Add a touch of playful mid-century charm to your kitchen with this adorable pair of vintage Japanese elephant salt and pepper shakers!
These delightful ceramic elephants feature the classic "Black Gloss" style popular in 1950s Japanese exports. With their oversized ears, expressive white eyes, and hand-painted red bowties, they are a perfect example of the "anthropomorphic" (human-like) kitchenware that collectors love.
Why they are special:
True Vintage: Stamped "JAPAN" on the base, dating them to the mid-century era (likely late 1940s–1950s).
Complete Set: Rare to find, both shakers still retain their original cork stoppers!
Design Details: High-gloss black glaze with "cold painted" red and white accents.
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. No chips or cracks noted. The hand-painted red details are vibrant. One red circle in the ear has faded away with time and minor wear to one red bow. See all photos as they are part of the description. Largest is 3 inches tall . 3 inches wide. Smallest is 2.75 inches tall and 2.75 inches wide. G22
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