French Hand Painted Tole Cache Pot

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This is a beautiful and elegant French metal cachepot (or tole jardinière) — a decorative piece with both charm and … Read more This is a beautiful and elegant French metal cachepot (or tole jardinière) — a decorative piece with both charm and versatility.

Description: Hand-Painted French Tole Cachepot

Markings:
• The underside is hand-inscribed: “Made in France”, indicating authentic French craftsmanship — likely mid-20th century or earlier.

Material:
• Toleware (hand-painted tin or metal), a classic French decorative art form known for floral or foliate motifs painted on lacquered metal.
• Interior: Finished in a soft, muted gold.
• Exterior: Black background with gold detailing and a classical floral motif — laurel leaves, flourishes, and scrollwork in a symmetric arrangement.

Form:
• Oval with a flared rim and a beautifully scalloped edge, which is both ornamental and subtly crown-like.
• Small side ring handles hint at its practical roots as a planter or centerpiece vessel.

Style:
• Neoclassical meets French country.
• A mix of rustic elegance and formal symmetry — ideal for:
• Traditional European interiors
• Old-world inspired garden rooms
• Curated vignettes with antique or shell art

Possible Uses:
• As a planter (cachepot) for orchids or ferns
• As a desk or vanity catchall
• A centerpiece filled with moss, dried florals, or shells See less