Vintage Soviet Porcelain Tea Spice Jars Set of 3 Polonne ZHK USSR Bird
Description & Application
This authentic vintage set consists of three porcelain storage canisters, meticulously crafted during the Soviet era. These jars are versatile kitchen workhorses designed for airtight storage. They are traditionally used for keeping loose-leaf tea, coffee beans, chicory, sugar, or a variety of aromatic culinary spices. The secure slip-on ceramic lids help protect the dry contents from ambient kitchen moisture, preserving their natural aroma and flavor. Beyond their functional utility, their mid-century aesthetic makes them an excellent decorative accent for retro-themed kitchens, country-style dining areas, or dedicated showcases for Soviet-era memorabilia.
Item Specifics
- Brand/Factory: Polonne Factory of Artistic Ceramics (ZHK), USSR (Modern Ukraine)
- Era: 1970s
- Authenticity: Marked with the genuine green "Swan" underglaze factory stamp on the base (2nd quality grade)
- Pattern: "Autumn / Capercaillie" (Глухари) featuring brown forest branches and wild birds over a soft tan-to-white gradient glaze
- Quantity: 3 jars with 3 matching original lids (6 pieces total)
- Material: High-fired porcelain
- Height: 11 cm (approx. 4.3 inches) per jar
Condition Report
Excellent vintage condition with no chips, hair crack lines, or hidden flea bites. The delicate inner rims of the necks and the bottom flanges of the lids are completely smooth. The transfer decals remain sharp and unfaded. Beautiful gloss finish showing minor manufacturing flea bites consistent with authentic 1970s Soviet production standards.
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