This piece is a vintage mid-century ceramic tobacco jar, marked “Made in Japan.”CONDITION: Good vintage condition with light age-appropriate crazing; no visible cracks or chips. It features a charming dog head finial on the lid, with molded details including a tobacco pipe motif on the sides and subtle basket-weave texture. These figural humidor jars were popular in the 1930s–1950s, especially for export to the U.S. market.
Charming mid-century ceramic tobacco jar featuring a molded pipe motif on each panel and a whimsical dog head finial with additional molded details on the lid. The body has an embossed basket-weave texture, and the base is clearly marked “Made in Japan.” This piece likely dates from the 1940s–1950s, a period when Japanese ceramic novelties and household goods were widely exported.
Perfect for collectors of tobacciana, vintage Japanese pottery, or unique decorative jars.
Details:
Era: c. 1940s–1950s
Origin: Made in Japan (marked)
Material: Glazed ceramic
Motif: Dog head lid, pipe relief decoration, basket-weave texture
Dimensions: Approx. 8” tall (with lid) x 5” diameter