Early 20th century, includes two mugs - one decorated with a man and one decorated with an elephant with thick glaze over the rim and handles, both mugs are signed Ban-ni; and a small bowl also with thick glaze over the rim and a small person looking over the edge into the bowl.

5.25 in. (tallest)

The Lifelong Collection of Keith and Caroline Gray, Charlotte, NC. Keith and Caroline Gray were passionate about antiques, art, and history. Together they attended antique shows and auctions for decades – assembling a collection particularly strong on American coin silver, Asian art, historical documents, early images, and English ceramics. Both were longtime supporters of the Mint Museum in Charlotte, with Caroline serving in multiple capacities from docent to a member of the acquisitions board and trustee. Caroline translated her love of material culture into a successful career, becoming a certified property appraiser in Charlotte.

A repair to handle of one mug.