Vintage 1950s Japanese Iridescent Lusterware Double Dolphin & Shell Bud Vase

A whimsical piece of authentic 1950s Mid-Century kitsch, featuring twin leaping dolphins riding sculpted ocean waves, holding up a fluted seashell-form vase opening.

Finished in a gorgeous, glowing Mother-of-Pearl lusterware glaze that reflects shimmering rainbow tones of pink, violet, and pearl under natural light.

Details & Attributes:

• Design: Double Dolphins on Waves with Shell Opening

• Finish: High-gloss iridescent lustreware / pearlescent glaze

• Markings: Impressed "JAPAN" to the unglazed base

• Era: c. 1950s–1960s

• Function: Small bud vase, posy vase, or decorative coastal vanity ornament

Condition:
Very good vintage condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs. Glaze is glossy and vibrant with beautiful iridescence; light vintage shelf dust to the base.

A delightful addition for collectors of vintage 1950s Japanese ceramics, retro kitsch, or mermaid/coastal bathroom decor.

Postage & Packaging:
Will be carefully packaged with generous bubble wrap inside a sturdy cardboard parcel to ensure completely safe transit. Dispatched via tracked delivery.