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Vintage Anthropomorphic Panda Bear Salt & Pepper Shakers Set - Made in JapanItem Overview
Up for sale is a delightfully kitsch pair of vintage mid-century ceramic anthropomorphic panda bear salt and pepper shakers. This adorable set features a charming boy and girl panda couple full of retro personality, likely imported from Japan during the 1950s to 1960s era.
- The Girl Panda: Dressed in a pink polka-dot dress/apron with a matching painted bow tied on her back. She features three holes at the crown of her head for pepper.
- The Boy Panda: Sporting a bright red bandana/scarf tied around his neck with a matching red painted knot on his back. He features two holes at the crown of her head for salt.
Both pandas feature large, expressive, glossy hand-painted \"googly\" style eyes and a soft, matte airbrushed bisque-style ceramic finish. They are perfect for vintage kitchenware collectors, novelty spice shaker enthusiasts, or anyone who loves anthropomorphic animal decor!Item Specifications
- Theme: Anthropomorphic Animals / Kitsch / Novelty Kitchenware
- Character: Panda Bears (Boy and Girl Couple)
- Approximate Dimensions: 3.75 inches tall x 2.5 inches wide (each)
- Material: Slip-cast Ceramic / Pottery
- Finish: Matte/Bisque body with glossy hand-painted features
- Country of Origin: Japan (Mid-Century Import)
Condition Report
This set is in excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs:
- Paint & Body: The matte finish and painted elements remain bright and colorful with only minor, expected surface age marks on the white areas.
- The Bases: There is standard shelf wear and light surface dust on the unglazed bottom rims. One shaker features a small torn remnant of its original vintage gold foil export label (common for Japanese ceramics of this era).
- Stoppers: One shaker includes a clear, modern plastic replacement stopper. The other shaker is currently open/missing its stopper.
Please review all included high-resolution photos closely, as they serve as the definitive description of the item\'s cosmetic condition.
