Hull Rose Shakers Appraisal

Vintage Hull Art Pottery Rose Salt and Pepper Shakers with Leaf Base

This is a vintage three-piece ceramic salt and pepper set featuring two figural rose-shaped shakers resting on a green leaf-shaped underplate. The set displays the characteristic aesthetic of Mid-Century American art pottery, specifically identified as the 'Wildflower' or 'Rose' pattern, often associated with manufacturers like Hull Pottery (circa 1940s-1950s). The shakers are crafted from molded ceramic with a matte to semi-gloss glaze finish. The petals exhibit a soft ombre effect transitioning from a creamy pale yellow to a delicate blush pink at the edges. Small green leaves are integrated into the base of each flower blossom. The underplate is a rich, forest green with a scalloped edge designed to resemble two overlapping leaves. Each rose shaker features a single dispensing hole at the apex of the central petal swirl. Regarding condition, there is visible fine crazing throughout the glaze, which is typical for earthenware of this age. Minor peppering and surface debris are noted within the crevices of the petals, and one shaker shows slight darkening or staining near the dispensing hole. The overall craftsmanship is representative of mass-produced yet hand-finished 20th-century decorative kitchenware. While no maker's mark is visible in the top-down view, the style, color palette, and mold design are highly indicative of professional art pottery from the Ohio River Valley region.