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Vintage Mid-Century Monk / Friar Tuck Ceramic Open Salt Cellars - Complete Matching Pair with Lids.
Up for sale is a charming, complete matching pair of vintage mid-century individual open salt cellars featuring a novelty Monk / Friar Tuck character design. Both pieces feature an rich, high-gloss deep burgundy/brown glaze.
Unlike traditional salt shakers, these are designed as open "pinch pots" or salt dips. The stylized monk heads serve as removable lids to keep your salt covered when not in use. Both bases are identically embossed with a stylized "S" on the bottom.
Theme: Monk / Friar Tuck / Religious Figural Novelty
Material: Glossy Glazed Ceramic / Art Pottery
Color: Deep Burgundy / Red-Brown
Era: Circially 1950s - Mid-Century Modern
Condition:
Excellent vintage condition! Both pieces are free of chips, cracks, or hairline fractures. The glossy glaze remains bright and vibrant. Both original matching lids fit nicely onto the bases. A beautifully preserved set perfect for open salt collectors or vintage kitchen decor enthusiasts.