{"product_id":"lenox-hosting-the-holidays-santa-mrs-claus-salt-and-pepper-shaker-set-boxed-c-1998-2015-made-in-china","title":"Lenox ‘Hosting the Holidays’ Santa \u0026 Mrs. Claus Salt and Pepper Shaker Set, Boxed, c.1998–2015, Made in China","description":"\u003cp\u003eChristmas traditions are often carried by the smallest things on the table. Brought out each December, this carol-singing Santa and Mrs. Claus pair offers precisely that kind of familiar pleasure — festive characters with a practical job, ready to become part of another household’s celebrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom Lenox’s \u003cem\u003eHosting the Holidays\u003c\/em\u003e figural collection, these salt and pepper shakers wear soft ivory garments decorated with the holly leaves and red berries of the maker’s classic \u003cem\u003eHoliday\u003c\/em\u003e dinnerware motif. Perfect for a festive table or a Christmas kitchen display, they coordinate beautifully with a Lenox service while bringing their own character to a mix-and-match setting. Crimson mittens, Santa’s glossy black boots and 24-karat gold accents complete the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMrs. Claus holds an open song sheet while Santa keeps his pages close to his chest. Designed in the USA and manufactured in China, the set dates to circa 1998–2015 and is now retired. Offered with its original box, fitted storage insert and bottom stoppers, it is a charming addition to a collection of Lenox Christmas tableware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lenox Corporation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hosting the Holidays \/ Holiday Figural Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 1998–2015\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each approximately 10.8 cm tall × 5.7 cm wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ivory glazed ceramic \/ porcelain with 24-karat gold accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Holly leaves and red berries, crimson mittens and gold trims; black boots on Santa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Santa and Mrs. Claus shakers, original plastic bottom stoppers, original retail box and fitted storage insert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStatus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Discontinued \/ retired\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned in:\u003c\/strong\u003e USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent condition with a high-gloss glaze. No crazing, chips, cracks or fading to the 24-karat gold accents. Original bottom stoppers are intact. The original presentation box and fitted protective insert are clean, with minor shelf wear to the packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe photographs form part of the condition report — please review all images carefully before purchasing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHand wash gently with mild detergent and lukewarm water. Avoid soaking, abrasive cleaners and dishwashers to protect the decoration and gilding. Allow the interiors to dry completely before refilling. Handle the original stoppers gently and store the pair in their fitted box between Christmases.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEvery piece is beautifully gift wrapped and carefully packaged to ensure it arrives at your doorstep in perfect condition.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Timeless Edit","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42767422914606,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2808\/9574\/files\/LenoxS_PSet-frontfacingviewofshakers_whiteplinthwithChristmasdecorativesceneinbackground.jpg?v=1791686522","url":"https:\/\/jacquifink.com\/products\/lenox-hosting-the-holidays-santa-mrs-claus-salt-and-pepper-shaker-set-boxed-c-1998-2015-made-in-china","provider":"Jacqui Fink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}