Nippon hand-painted floral salt and pepper shakers
Hand-painted floral design, antique kitchenware
$30.00
A pair of small porcelain salt and pepper shakers with hand-painted pink roses, gilt trim and star-shaped holes. 3 inches tall.
This item is in new condition.
Nippon porcelain refers to wares exported from Japan to the West between about 1891 and 1921 and is known for finely hand-painted decoration, especially floral motifs and gold trim. These small shakers reflect the Victorian and Edwardian taste for decorative tableware and were commonly produced as part of dresser and dining sets. Collectors prize authentic Nippon pieces for their hand-applied enamel and gilt details and the tiny variations that indicate handcrafting.