Black Americana
Very Good
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Description
Description
This vintage ceramic salt and pepper shaker set features a Black Americana boy and watermelon motif, measuring approximately 4 inches tall. Pieces of this type were produced as novelty kitchenware and decorative collectibles and are now primarily collected for their historical and cultural context.
The design reflects racial stereotypes that were common in earlier commercial imagery and are now widely recognized as offensive. For that reason, this pair is best viewed as a piece of social history and vintage material culture rather than simply decorative kitchenware.
A notable find for collectors of vintage salt and pepper shakers, Black Americana memorabilia, ceramic novelties, and historical household objects. Display may be most appropriate in a collection focused on cultural history, advertising imagery, or the evolution of representation in American popular culture
Ceramic, Pre-Owned, Very Good
Specifications
Specifications
| Binding | Ceramic Salt & Pepper Shakers |
| Condition | Very Good |
