Modernist Sculptural Salt and Pepper Shakers tall Japanese vase with tree The burial ‘dolls’ were made

The burial ‘dolls’ were made of woven fabric

It appears that at one time it was covered entirely in gold paint or gold leaf

That one was described as an anniversary spoon

where bursting out

as it was believed that wearing bright colors both brought favors from the gods and warded away evil spirits

Modernist Sculptural Salt and Pepper Shakers tall Japanese vase with tree The burial ‘dolls’ were madeI love the sculptural quality of this vintage pair of salt and pepper shakers as abstract forms, but also as the evocation of two bodies pressed snugly up against one another when placed side by side. They appear to be made out of some sort of granular stone not especially heavy, but they definitely clink when knocked against one another. Super modern and both fun and striking on the table. These are in perfect condition. The pepper measures 4 3 4"