Antique Salt and Pepper Shakers - Basque Pattern
This is an antique salt, pepper, and mustard holder.
It features a hand-painted "Basque pattern" with distinctive deep blue and red stripes, exuding a warm French country atmosphere.
Upon closer inspection, subtle irregularities can be seen, suggesting it was carefully handcrafted, making it a piece with profound character.
Its practical design includes a lidded pot in the center for mustard or other condiments, flanked by bowls for salt and pepper.
Placing it on your dining table instantly enhances the French vintage mood.
It can also charmingly adorn your space as a small flower vase, trinket holder, or display item.
Condition: Small black spots, likely from manufacturing, are visible, but otherwise, there are no noticeable chips or cracks, and it remains in good condition for an antique item.
Please enjoy the individual differences inherent in handcrafted items and the aged aesthetic as part of this item's charm.
Size: Approximately 10cm x 10cm x height approximately 9.5cm (6cm without lid)
Era: Believed to be late 19th to early 20th century.
[Please read before purchasing]
This item is vintage or antique.
It has been imported for decorative purposes. Therefore, there is no guarantee regarding its safety or durability as tableware.
Please use it at your own discretion.
Due to its age, there may be signs of wear, small scratches, or uneven coloring from manufacturing.
Please understand these as characteristics inherent to vintage items.