Porcelain double condiment set with lids
Estimated Value
$20-$60
A small decorative porcelain serving piece consisting of two connected lidded compartments, likely intended as a condiment, sugar, salt, or relish set. The piece has a glossy white iridescent glaze, scalloped edges, and gilt trim. Each compartment has a fitted lid with a small finial; one lid is vented with small holes, suggesting it may have been used for a shaker-style condiment such as pepper or sugar. The form and finish indicate a mid-century decorative table accessory rather than a high-end antique.
Era
Mid-20th Century, likely 1950s-1970s
Origin
Likely Japan or China (exact origin unknown from image alone)
Material
Glazed porcelain with gold trim and iridescent finish
Condition
Good overall condition; visible light surface wear and minor rubbing to gold trim. No obvious chips or cracks visible in the image, though interior and underside are not shown.
Physical Details
Dimensions
Approximately 5-7 inches wide and 3-4 inches tall
Weight
Light
Authentication
Authenticity Score
Medium; identification is based on visual characteristics only, with no maker's mark, base view, or label visible.
Provenance
Likely mass-produced export porcelain from an Asian manufacturer, possibly sold through department stores or giftware channels in the mid-20th century.
Historical Significance
Represents mid-20th-century decorative tableware trends, especially iridescent and gilt porcelain giftware popular in postwar domestic settings.
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