#2026 vintage Marzi & Remy salt-glazed stoneware salt and pepper set in a basket.

3.5” tall no chips or cracks.

Marzi & Remy was a renowned German ceramics manufacturer established in Höhr-Grenzhausen, a region famous for its rich tradition of salt-glazed stoneware and Westerwald pottery. Founded in 1879 by Anton Marzi and Simon Remy, the company became celebrated for producing high-quality beersteins, jugs, and tabletop condiment sets featuring distinctive cobalt blue ornamentation. Their artisans mastered traditional techniques, often combining salt-glazed surfaces with cobalt sponge or hand-painted cobalt motifs.

During the mid-20th century, the firm produced charming domestic wares designed to appeal to international markets seeking rustic, traditional European kitchen accessories. These salt and pepper sets, frequently paired with fitted wicker baskets crafted by local artisans, became popular souvenirs and functional kitchen items. Today, collectors value these pieces for their durable stoneware construction and the characteristic folk-art aesthetic of the Westerwald region.