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A pair of 19th century French faience wall pockets, or a bénitiers, or holy water fonts, used for devotional blessings …
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A pair of 19th century French faience wall pockets, or a bénitiers, or holy water fonts, used for devotional blessings upon entering or leaving the home. Commonly used today as a bud vase for flowers or as a decorative item. Hand-painted in beautiful vivid colors of blue, green, yellow and orange on white ground and decorated with a man and woman in traditional dress and decorated with flowers. In good condition with minor glaze loss. Made by HB Quimper with mark on back. Circa 1890-1905.
Dimensions: 4H x 2.5"W x 1.75"D
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- Dimensions
- 2.5ʺW × 1.75ʺD × 4ʺH
- Styles
- French Country
- Brand
- Henriot Quimper
- Period
- 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Faience
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Blue
- Condition Notes
- Wear consistent with age and use Wear consistent with age and use less
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