Japanese Hand-painted Pair of Little Boy and Girl Vases or Ink Wells spanish woman as well as the title

as well as the title

These porcelain lidded canisters or boxes by Jack Lenor Larsen for Dansk

which holds one fitted tray inside

It's a great object to hold and use

I love each of this little cups alone

Japanese Hand-painted Pair of Little Boy and Girl Vases or Ink Wells spanish woman as well as the titleI have not been able to figure out exactly what this adorable little pair of Japanese boy and girl vessels (distinguished by their hair ties and the width of their obis) were intended to be used for. Perhaps for holding ink, or wetting and rinsing calligraphy brushes? If you know, please share! Meanwhile, I'd use them as fun little bud vases, candleholders, or even shot glasses! Sold as a pair. Each measures 1 7 8" tall and 1" in diameter. There is