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Lot #76: Van Tellingen Hugger Bear Ceramic Salt & Pepper Shakers, Tan/Black Pair

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- Item type: Salt & pepper shakers - Material: Ceramic - Color: Tan/beige and black - Brand / Marking: Van Tellingen (bearhug) marking - Includes: Pair (both pieces) - 3.5 inches tall ** From internet: Van Tellingen (often branded as Huggers) are highly collectible, vintage 1940s-1950s ceramic salt and pepper shakers designed by Ruth Van Tellingen Bendel. Known for their charming, interlocking "hugging" figures, popular sets include bears, bunnies, and Dutch children. These kitschy figures are , hand-painted Key Designs: Common themes include "Bear Hug" "Bunny Hug" and "Kissing" couples. Era & Rarity: Designed in 1949, the original molds were destroyed by fire in 1963, making them sought-after vintage items. Markings: Authentic pieces are often clearly marked "VAN TELLINGEN" on the base or side. Pickup category timeslot {A}

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Only Available Pickup Date/Time: Sun, March 15 2026 Category A: 08:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Pickup Location:  Sydenham Street, Kingston, ON, K7K 3M5 View Map (opens in new window)


Bidding Starts:

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 10:00:00 PM UTC

Bidding Ends:

Saturday, March 14, 2026 between 12:00:00 AM and 12:24:00 AM UTC

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