Vintage Japan Pirate Figural Toothbrush Holder Luster Ceramic 1940s 5in

A pirate toothbrush holder is exactly the kind of bathroom accessory a child of the 1940s or 50s would have treasured and an adult collector now tracks down. This one is well-modeled — skull and crossbones hat, eye patch, green looped arms that cradle a toothbrush, black boots on a white rectangular base. The luster glaze gives the white areas an iridescent shimmer. A hanging hole on the back keeps counter display optional.

Item Details

* Origin: Japan (stamped "JAPAN" on base)
* Material: Ceramic with luster glaze
* Form: Standing pirate figural toothbrush holder on rectangular base
* Decoration: Black tricorn hat with skull and crossbones; eye patch; white luster face and hair; painted mustache; green jacket with looped arms (toothbrush rests in loops); orange/yellow vest; black belt; black boots
* Function: Toothbrush holder — brush rests in the green arm loops; hanging hole on reverse for wall mounting
* Dimensions: ~5" tall x 3 3/8" wide x 2 3/8" deep
* Era: 1940s–1950s
* Note: Toothbrush not included

Condition

Good. Chip on one corner of the base — visible in photos. Minor paint loss consistent with age. No cracks. Hat shows some surface wear.