Charming Vintage Japan Stoneware Pig Salt & Pepper Shakers

Vintage 1970's Japanese studio pottery pig salt and pepper shakers. This adorable anthropomorphic set features smiling pig faces crafted from dense, earthy stoneware with a beautiful two-tone brown and speckled, textured tan glaze. Bottom is stamped "JAPAN" and the stoppers are included. Perfect addition to any retro kitchen, 70s studio pottery display, or rustic farmhouse collection. These exact smiling pig shakers were produced in Japan by UCTCI (United Ceramic Pottery Craft, Inc.) or Gempo during the 1970s. These pottery studios popularized a distinct style of earthy stoneware kitchenware for the Western export market. Characterized by charming, anthropomorphic animal faces, these pieces beautifully combine matte unglazed clay features with a smooth, speckled glazed to capture the decade's cozy, nature-focused aesthetic. Today, they are celebrated examples of mid-century Japanese studio pottery and remain highly sought after by collectors of retro kitsch and vintage kitchen decor. These hand-painted shakers offer a delightful tactile experience, contrasting the smooth, speckled glaze on the bottom with the rustic, matte texture of the unglazed pig face. Because each whimsical face is detailed by hand, no two pairs are identical, adding true artisan character to your table. Measurements as shown in photos are approx. Condition as shown in photos. This item is preowned, perused, preloved and may show areas of wear consistent with vintage age.