Lighthouse Ceramic Salt and Pepper Shakers

A pair of decorative ceramic salt and pepper shakers designed in the form of a coastal lighthouse. These items measure approximately 4 inches in height and are constructed from molded earthenware with a glossy polychrome glaze. The design features a tapered lighthouse tower with iconic black and white diagonal spiraling stripes, accented by a textured stone-like finish at the base. Each shaker includes a small, attached keeper's cottage at the bottom, painted in brick red with a brown roof and green shrubbery accents. The lantern room at the top is finished in black with cream-colored windows. Notably, there are visible white paint or glaze 'snow' spots on the galleries and roofs, suggesting a winter or nautical theme. Condition appears to be fair to good; however, there is significant paint loss and chipping visible on the black galleries of both pieces, particularly where the black glaze has flaked away to reveal the white ceramic body underneath. These mass-produced souvenir-style items likely date from the late 20th century (circa 1980s-1990s). The craftsmanship is characteristic of decorative kitchenware imports, featuring whimsical detailing and standard molded relief work.