Vintage Swirled Agateware and Green Glazed Ceramic Salt and Pepper Shakers

This is a pair of vintage ceramic salt and pepper shakers featuring a distinctive bifurcated design. The bottom portion of each shaker is crafted from a swirled agateware or marbled clay, exhibiting horizontal banding in shades of terracotta, ochre, and cream. The upper 'neck' portion is finished with a smooth, semi-transparent green glaze that transitions into a mossy olive tone. Each shaker has a bulbous, pear-shaped base narrowing into a rounded top with small pierced dispensing holes at the apex. The construction suggests they were likely slip-cast or hand-turned before the application of the dipped green glaze. In terms of condition, the surfaces show a high-gloss finish with some visible kiln stilt marks or minor surface inclusions typical of mid-century studio pottery. There are no major chips or cracks visible, though minor shelf wear is present on the undersides. The style is reminiscent of mid-20th-century American studio pottery, possibly inspired by the decorative techniques used by companies like Nemadji or Niloak, though these lack the typical unglazed finish associated with that style. The craftsmanship is of good quality, showing consistent color application and a pleasing ergonomic form.