Items Similar to A Rustic European 18th century French faience fountain with spigot
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 5
A Rustic European 18th century French faience fountain with spigot
About the Item
Anonymous
Mid-18th century; probably Moustiers or Nevers, France
Faience and brass
Approximate size: 12.25 (h) x 9 (w) x 6.25 (d) inches
The present dispenser was either used as a water or wine cooler or possibly for washing hands. The original lid is lost-to-time, yet its provincial beauty remains attractive and sublime. The present example—baked with white enamel and decorated with a lovely hand-painted polychrome lattice and floral theme—is warm, elegant and rustic. The curving linear form of the flowers subtly recall the influence of Japan’s Kakiemon style present in France during the Rococo period yet is still indebted to the earlier influence of Italy’s prolific maiolica workshops.
This fountain would serve as an elegant addition for display on an oak or distressed wood console table or in the environs of a French Country or Rustic styled kitchen.
Condition: Minor chips and losses commensurate with age. Lacking former lid.
- Dimensions:Height: 12.25 in (31.12 cm)Width: 9 in (22.86 cm)Depth: 6.25 in (15.88 cm)
- Style:Rustic (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Unknown
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Leesburg, VA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU8166235805852
About the Seller
5.0
Vetted Seller
These experienced sellers undergo a comprehensive evaluation by our team of in-house experts.
Established in 2013
1stDibs seller since 2023
18 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 6 hours
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Leesburg, VA
- Return PolicyThis item cannot be returned.
More From This SellerView All
- An antique 18th century Walnut European Santos - Saint figure on a plinthLocated in Leesburg, VAAn antique 18th century Walnut Figural Statue of Saint Peter on a plinth Anonymous Northern Europe, probably Belgium; first-half of the 18th century Walnut Approximate size: 17 (h) x 4.25 (w) x 4.25 (d) in. The present sculpture, perfectly suited for a curiosity cabinet or English-European country styled home, was likely realized for a church side chapel or choir stall niche. The serious look of the saint’s face...Category
Antique Early 18th Century Belgian Baroque Figurative Sculptures
MaterialsWalnut
- Antique Rustic and Elegant 19th century Spanish porcelain decorative plateLocated in Leesburg, VAAnonymous Valencia (probably Manises), Spain; 19th century Ceramic Approximate size: 10.6 (diameter) x 2.75 (depth) inches A lovely polychrome ceramic plate probably made in Manise...Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Rustic Wall-mounted Sculptures
MaterialsPorcelain
- An impressive early 18th century Dutch oak geometric kussen cabinet with integraLocated in Leesburg, VAAn impressive early 18th century Dutch oak geometric kussen cabinet with integral secretaire Anonymous Belgium or Southwestern Netherlands; probably first quarter of the 18th centur...Category
Antique Early 18th Century Belgian Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires
MaterialsBrass
- An early 18th century Florentine Ebonized Wood Aedicule CaseLocated in Leesburg, VAAn early 18th century Florentine ebonized wood aedicule case with gilt metal embellishments Ambit of Leonard van der Vinne Possibly first decade of the 18th century; Florence, Italy Approximate size: 83.5 (h) x 69 (w) x 23 (d) cm The cabinet’s centralized glass door is flanked by thick spiraling Solomonic columns surmounting a lower drawer. To the rear of the cabinet, the motif repeats in an eloquent display of perspectival treatment. The overall work is supported by a tiered base, elegantly conceived, and the cabinet is topped by a handsome pediment flanked by square plinths crested by gilt metal finials and an openwork frieze. The cabinet’s tempered and moderate form suggests an origin probably during the first decade or quarter of the 18th century. Although utilitarian in concept, the reserved and sublime expressiveness of this cabinet is managed with a quality and care respective of the influence of Florentine ebony cabinetry work conceived in the Galleria dei lavori or Grand Ducal Workshops of the 18th century Medici dynasty. In particular, its base mouldings echo a remarkable Night Clock...Category
Antique Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Vitrines
MaterialsBrass
- Pair of Early 18th Century Style Plaster and Wood Italian CandelabrasLocated in Leesburg, VAA pair of antique decorative plaster and wood Italian candelabras. Italy; early 18th century style, possibly made in the 19th century Approximate size: 81 cm (h) each A pair o...Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Candlesticks
MaterialsPlaster, Wood
- 18th Century Neo-Classical Italian Carved, Painted and Gilt Wall PanelLocated in Leesburg, VAAnonymous ca. 1790; Italy Wood panel and plaster, painted, gilt and lacquered Approximate size: 118.5 x 82.5 x 5 cm The present panel is probably of late 18th century origin,...Category
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures
MaterialsWood, Giltwood
You May Also Like
- Large 18th/19th Century French Faience PitcherLocated in Bradenton, FLMonumental 18th/19th Century French Blue and White Faience Pitcher. Large blue and white faience decorated water pitcher / vessel, foliate scroll bands and hunting genre scenes, shap...Category
Antique Late 18th Century French French Provincial Pitchers
MaterialsFaience
- 18th Century, French or Italian, Faience Brasero StoveLocated in Doylestown, PAA very nice 18th century faience brasero or portable parlor stove with grotesque mask decoration, blue splash glaze and retaining its original faience lid...Category
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Delft and Faience
MaterialsFaience
- Italian Faience 18th Century Majolica Riser with AnnunciationLocated in Milan, ITFrom Central Italy a 18th century Majolica Riser consisting of a flat circular dish with raised edge, resting on a base with a simple shape. The ...Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Folk Art Vases
MaterialsMajolica
- Large 18th Century Italian Faience Vase with HandlesLocated in Atlanta, GALarge 18th Century Italian Faience Vase with HandlesCategory
Antique 18th Century Italian Vases
MaterialsPorcelain
- Late 18th Century English Faience PlanterLocated in Incline Village, NVFine quality English late 18th century faience planter or pot, with accompanying small porcelain stand. The hand painted image depicts a young couple handsomely dressed in bright col...Category
Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Delft and Faience
MaterialsFaience
- Late 18th Century English Faience PlanterLocated in Incline Village, NVFine quality English late 18th century faience planter or pot, with accompanying small porcelain stand. The hand painted image depicts a young couple handsomely dressed in bright col...Category
Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Delft and Faience
MaterialsFaience, Paint
Recently Viewed
View AllMore Ways To Browse
Antique Water Dispenser
Italy Antique Jar
Water Dispenser
Japanese Kakiemon Vase
Antique Wine Dispenser
18th Century French Provincial Rustic Table
Butterfly Shape Mirror Deco
Round Terracotta
Nils Fagerholt
Olive Oil Jug
Antique Hand Blown Apothecary Jars
Marek Cecula
Antique Olive Oil Jug
Apothecary Jars Antique Vintage
Empoli Apothecary Jar
Empoli Apothecary
Martaban Storage Jars
Ming Storage Jar