Vintage Sarreguemines Floral Wall Pocket

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This vintage Sarreguemines floral wall pocket presents a graceful, cone-shaped silhouette that appears to be a sheet of paper rolled … Read more This vintage Sarreguemines floral wall pocket presents a graceful, cone-shaped silhouette that appears to be a sheet of paper rolled into a cornucopia, with a pointed, softly curved crest and a small pierced hanging hole at the top. Crafted from porcelain, the body narrows in a long, elegant spiral toward a tapered tip, its folded edge outlined in a fine russet-brown line that traces each curve. The glossy white ground is hand-painted with a delicate bouquet in a soft, naturalistic palette: butter-yellow roses, blush-pink peonies, and cornflower-blue blossoms rise on slender stems among sage and olive leaves. A trailing branch of pink and yellow blooms garlands the inner back wall, echoing the exterior spray. The linework is fine and botanical, and the glaze is bright and lustrous, with fine surface crazing that lends a mellowed, time-softened depth. Light, fresh, and quietly romantic, the pocket recalls the charming French faience tradition of the Victorian table and garden room.

Hang this wall pocket in an entry, kitchen, powder room, or breakfast nook, or group several together on a gallery wall to hold fresh flowers, dried stems, or small sprigs of greenery. It complements Victorian, Cottage, French Country, Grandmillennial, and Traditional interiors. To care for it, dust gently with a soft dry cloth, wipe with a lightly dampened cloth, and avoid soaking, abrasive cleaners, and sudden temperature changes; because of the crack, use a small water-holding liner or dried flowers only. The wall pocket measures 3.75 inches (95 mm) wide, 3 inches (76 mm) deep, and 7.5 inches (191 mm) high. Condition is good, with a vibrant original finish, age-appropriate surface crazing, and a visible crack on the front, though it remains structurally sound. Add this charming piece to your collection today. See less