Vintage Hugging Bear Salt & Pepper Shakers | Mid-Century Ceramic Set in the Style of Van Tellingen

This adorable vintage salt and pepper shaker set captures a pair of bears mid-smooch, embracing with hand-painted sleepy eyes and red-tipped paws. Designed in the whimsical hugging style popularised in the 1950s, these ceramic shakers have been crafted with expressive features and a soft cream glaze that brings out their retro charm.

Stamped with the mould number 6942 and fitted with original cork stoppers, the pair is unmarked but closely resembles the iconic Van Tellingen designs that collectors adore. While the sculpting is slightly simpler than the signed versions, the aesthetic and stance align beautifully with that playful mid-century era. The shakers are in excellent vintage condition with no damage or crazing, and only minor base wear consistent with age and use.

Together they measure approximately 8.5 cm tall, 7 cm wide, and 5 cm deep. Whether you're a vintage kitchenware collector or just in it for the bear hug, this flirty duo will make a cheerful addition to any shelf or table.

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