Florence Balducci for Anthropologie Aristocratic Animal Rabbit Italian Ceramic Candleholder

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Few gentlemen possess such an extraordinary sense of occasion. I am not sure I can part with him so must … Read more Few gentlemen possess such an extraordinary sense of occasion. I am not sure I can part with him so must find someone who loves as much as me.

This wonderfully theatrical rabbit, designed by Parisian artist Florence Balducci for Anthropologie's Aristocratic Animal collection, stands in splendid courtly attire, extending his top hat with an air of impeccable manners and unmistakable self-importance.

Standing an impressive 15.5 inches tall, our distinguished gentleman wears an elaborate Elizabethan-style ruff, a beautifully tailored frock coat, and elegant buckled shoes. His glossy white ceramic finish is punctuated by carefully placed gold-tone accents, including a gleaming shoulder ornament, the rim of his hat, and his shoe buckles. His expressive face, long ears, and wonderfully poised silhouette reveal the playful imagination behind the design.

Created circa 2015 and manufactured in Italy by Ceramiche Artistiche Elios, the piece retains both the Elios manufacturer's mark and Florence Balducci's distinctive illustrated label on its underside.

Balducci's imaginative work draws inspiration from literature, fashion, and the natural world, transforming familiar animals into fantastical characters. Here, those influences converge in a design that feels equally at home in a whimsical storybook, a grand European drawing room, or a thoughtfully collected contemporary interior.

Originally conceived as a taper candleholder, this charming figure is every bit as compelling displayed as a decorative sculpture. Whether presiding over a mantel, greeting guests from a console, or holding court among treasured objects, he brings an irresistible combination of wit, elegance, and personality.

A discontinued design, seldom encountered on the secondary market, and an especially delightful example of Balducci's imaginative world.

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Designer: Florence Balducci

Collection: Aristocratic Animal

Retailer: Anthropologie

Manufacturer: Ceramiche Artistiche Elios

Origin: Italy

Period: Circa 2015

Material: Glazed ceramic with gold-tone accents

Dimensions: Approximately 15.5" H × 4.5" W (published dimensions)

Condition: No chips. Please examine photographs for surface details and signs of handling or display.

Markings: Original Florence Balducci illustrated label and Elios factory mark underneath See less