Godinger Silver Plate Garden Pail and Watering Can Shakers, Pair

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A charming pair of late-20th-century Godinger salt and pepper shakers modeled as miniature garden implements. One takes the form of … Read more A charming pair of late-20th-century Godinger salt and pepper shakers modeled as miniature garden implements. One takes the form of a tapered watering can with an elegant looping handle and long spout; the companion is fashioned as a garden pail with a tiny shovel resting inside.

Their polished silver-plated surfaces give these whimsical forms a refined presence on the table. Petite and sculptural, they would be especially appealing at a spring luncheon, garden-room breakfast table, or French country supper set with linen napkins, botanical china, and flowers gathered from the garden.

Watering can: 3ʺ W × 1.88ʺ D × 2.5ʺ H
Garden pail: 1.88ʺ W × 1.88ʺ D × 2.5ʺ H
Materials: Silver plate
Maker: Godinger
Period and style: Late 20th century; French Country, English Country, Cottage and Farmhouse
Condition: Very good vintage condition with light surface wear and subtle tonal variation consistent with age
Notable features: Coordinating watering-can and garden-pail forms, movable handles, and miniature shovel detail See less