Pair of Blue Bird Ceramic Salt and Pepper Shakers

This is a charming pair of ceramic salt and pepper shakers, designed in the form of blue birds. Each shaker features a body primarily colored in a vibrant, glossy blue glaze, transitioning to a creamy white on the underside or belly section. The birds are depicted in a somewhat stylized, plump form, suggesting a comfortable, possibly resting posture. Notable physical characteristics include molded feathers on the back and wings, which are subtly defined by the glaze's interaction with the ceramic form. The beaks appear to be a light brown or unglazed ceramic color, contrasting with the glossy blue. Each bird has small, round holes on its back, typical for dispensing salt or pepper; one bird clearly shows three holes, suggesting it is the pepper shaker, while the other with fewer, larger holes (partially obscured) would be for salt. The overall construction appears solid with a smooth, glazed finish indicative of mass-produced ceramicware, likely porcelain or earthenware. No significant visible condition issues like chips, cracks, or repairs are discernible from the provided images, though they are partially encased in bubble wrap. Without a view of the underside, specific manufacturing marks or stopper types cannot be identified. Given their style, these shakers likely date from the mid-20th century to the present, possibly a vintage item from the 1950s-1970s, though without maker's marks, this is an estimation. The craftsmanship suggests a good quality decorative ceramic item, functional but also aesthetically pleasing as a table ornament.