Owl Pair - Unmarked

Name: Owl Pair
 
Type: Owl Pair Salt and Pepper Shakers
 
Year: Circa 1950s–1960s
 
Set: No
 
Mark: Unmarked - Likely Japanese Export Ware (unmarked, but consistent with post-war Japanese ceramics)
 
History: This charming set of ceramic owl salt and pepper shakers is rendered in a style highly reminiscent of mid-20th century Japanese export wares. Both owls are glazed in soft, shaded tones—one in teal with orange feet, the other in brown with green feet—and feature hand-painted details including feathering, eyes, and beaks. The vent holes in the tops confirm their functional role as condiment dispensers, while the cork stoppers on the bases are original and intact, further reinforcing the 1950s–1960s dating.
 
 
While the base lacks a printed mark, the glaze, molded form, and cork closures are typical of Japanese imports from this era, especially novelty tableware exported to Western markets post-WWII. These types of figural shakers were mass-produced but are now increasingly collected for their nostalgic and decorative charm.
 
Flaws: None