{"product_id":"sr52-sears-merry-mushroom-small-ceramic-canister-1982-made-in-japan-missing-lid","title":"SR52. Sears Merry Mushroom Small Ceramic Canister – 1982 Made in Japan – Missing Lid","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis charming \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSears Merry Mushroom ceramic canister\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a classic piece from the beloved 1982 kitchenware collection. With its creamy off-white ceramic body and colorful mushroom artwork, it has the playful woodland look that makes original Merry Mushroom pieces so recognizable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe front features a cluster of three mushrooms, including a large bright orange cap with black polka dots, a smaller dark mushroom with yellow spots, and a peach-colored mushroom surrounded by green and blue foliage. Raised bands around the top and bottom add subtle dimension to the otherwise simple cylindrical shape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bottom is clearly marked \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“© Sears, Roebuck and Co. 1982 Made in Japan,”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e confirming this as an original Sears piece from the 1982 Merry Mushroom line.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a smaller canister, measuring approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4¼ inches tall without the lid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original lid is missing, and this listing is for the ceramic canister only.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It would be a useful replacement for someone assembling or completing a Merry Mushroom canister set, or it can easily be repurposed as an open crock for utensils, artificial flowers, craft supplies, paintbrushes, or other small items.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe mushroom graphics remain bright and colorful and display especially well against the creamy ceramic background. There are some minor marks and signs of previous use visible in the photographs. Please review all photos carefully for the exact condition and measurements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs with all vintage items, this piece may show minor signs of age, use, manufacturing variations, or surface wear consistent with its age. We do our best to photograph and describe any notable condition issues so you know exactly what you are purchasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Third Stop Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67651070525625,"sku":"SR52","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/7637\/8297\/files\/tsv-sr52-sr52-sears-merry-mushroom-small-ceramic-canister-1982-made-in-japan-missing-lid-1261390407.jpg?v=1791390204","url":"https:\/\/thirdstopvintage.com\/products\/sr52-sears-merry-mushroom-small-ceramic-canister-1982-made-in-japan-missing-lid","provider":"Third Stop Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}