Ceramic Strawberry Salt and Pepper Shaker Set in Plastic Basket

This is a quintessential piece of "Country Kitchen" decor, featuring two ceramic strawberry shakers housed in a miniature white plastic "berry basket." This specific style of fruit-themed kitchenware was a massive trend during the late 1970s and throughout the 1980s.

Provenance and History Strawberry-themed ceramics were highly collectible during the late 20th century, popularized by brands like Otagiri (Japan) and various giftware importers from Taiwan and Korea. These sets were designed to bring a "garden-fresh" aesthetic to the breakfast table or patio. The inclusion of the plastic "punnet" style basket is a classic design choice from that era, meant to mimic how strawberries are sold at a market.

Item Dimensions

• Plastic Basket: 9cm Height x 13cm Length x 7cm Width
• Strawberry Shakers (Each): 7cm Height x 5cm Length x 5cm Width

Product Details

• Material: Hand-painted glazed ceramic (shakers) and durable molded plastic (basket).
• Style: Retro 1970s / 1980s Kitchenware.
• Design: Realistic strawberry molding with green leaf tops and textured "seeds."
• Stoppers: Includes original plastic stoppers at the base for easy filling.

Condition Report

• Overall Condition: Excellent vintage condition.
• Usage: Never used; these have been kept as a decorative set.
• Details: No chips, cracks, or fading to the ceramic paint. The plastic basket is clean and structurally sound with no brittle areas or discoloration.