1930 Japanese Sterling Silver 950 Figural Boat Salt and Pepper (26 g)

$110.00
Wonderful pair of solid 950 sterling silver gilt with figural Japanese boat motif antique salt and pepper their intricate roofs. Traditional thatched-roof boats in Japan are iconic. These boats are characterized by their roofs made of thick layers of dried grass or straw. The thatched roof, known as "kaya" in Japanese, provides insulation and is well-suited to the country's climate. These boats are often associated with rural areas and historical villages, and they have a distinctive appearance that reflects Japan's traditional architectural style. These are older pieces with some very minor patina and a couple of small dings. Condition is overall fair. These weigh about 26 grams and are in good working order. Each shaker has a well-fitted sliding hatch door at the bottom that opens to fill with salt/pepper. Hatches open and close smoothly and securely. The fine work on the shakers is embossed with details like windows and doors etc. The shakers have the lines that you would expect in a village boat. Great items! Dimensions are: 2 1/8" long. Stamped 'STERLING 950'. Probably made 1920-1940. Check out some more Japanese silver: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP?ref=seller-platform-mcnav§ion_id=46837186 Browse the whole shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP
Wonderful pair of solid 950 sterling silver gilt with figural Japanese boat motif antique salt and pepper their intricate roofs. Traditional thatched-roof boats in Japan are iconic. These boats are characterized by their roofs made of thick layers of dried grass or straw. The thatched roof, known as "kaya" in Japanese, provides insulation and is well-suited to the country's climate. These boats are often associated with rural areas and historical villages, and they have a distinctive appearance that reflects Japan's traditional architectural style. These are older pieces with some very minor patina and a couple of small dings. Condition is overall fair. These weigh about 26 grams and are in good working order. Each shaker has a well-fitted sliding hatch door at the bottom that opens to fill with salt/pepper. Hatches open and close smoothly and securely. The fine work on the shakers is embossed with details like windows and doors etc. The shakers have the lines that you would expect in a village boat. Great items! Dimensions are: 2 1/8" long. Stamped 'STERLING 950'. Probably made 1920-1940. Check out some more Japanese silver: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP?ref=seller-platform-mcnav§ion_id=46837186 Browse the whole shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP