19th Century French Porquier-Beau Quimper Fan-Form Vase With Breton Figures

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This charming antique Quimper fan-form vase was crafted in Brittany, France, in the late 19th century and is signed PBx … Read more This charming antique Quimper fan-form vase was crafted in Brittany, France, in the late 19th century and is signed PBx on the foot for Porquier-Beau. Shaped like an open hand fan with scalloped edges and raised ribs, the piece features two distinct hand-painted scenes: one side decorated with bright floral sprays in yellow, red, and green, and the reverse portraying lively Breton dancers and a musician set against a pastoral village landscape. Deep cobalt borders enriched with scrolling foliate motifs frame the composition beautifully.
The vase stands on two molded, polychrome feet decorated in a mottled green and yellow palette. Its vibrant colors, whimsical form, and unmistakable Breton charm make it a delightful accent for a shelf, console, or kitchen display. The piece is in excellent condition commensurate with age and use, and retains the warmth and character of a true antique.
Dimensions: H 6" × W 10.25" × D 2.5". See less