Vintage 'Tiny Toby' Salt and Pepper Shakers, Japan 1940 or 1950

These adorable 1940's or 1950s ‘Tiny Toby’ salt and pepper shakers stand at just 1 3/8” tall, making them a charming and collectible miniature set. Despite their small size, they showcase detailed craftsmanship and a classic Toby-style design that was popular in mid-century ceramics. The bottoms are marked with ‘MK’, a mark often associated with mid-century Japanese ceramics, though the exact manufacturer remains somewhat mysterious.   The ‘MK’ mark has been found on various Japanese-made ceramic and porcelain pieces from the 1940s-1960s. It is believed to belong to a Japanese exporter or manufacturer that produced high-quality figural ceramics and tableware for the American market during the post-war period  Condition ✅ Original MK mark on the bottom ✅ Original stoppers included ✅ Great condition with no major flaws  📸 This is a preloved vintage item and may show wear consistent with age. Please review all photos closely before purchasing. We do our best to show every side.  Item #3079