Antique French Papier-Mâché Comb Set

Oldish French casserole dish, with a chocolate glaze, that seems to have been well loved and used often. There is a number 6 stamped in the bottom, as...

Dieulefit means "God made it," but in this small, Provencal town, there is little evidence of a single deity at work. Rather, there are many inspired artisans at their wheels, creating pottery and ceramic accessories ranging from traditional country stoneware for everyday cooking and dining to striking contemporary ceramics for the serious collector. Situated in the northern reach of Provence, a region little explored by Americans, Dieulefit is as accessible and appealing as the Luberon, the area in southern Provence. Dieulefit and the surrounding countryside offer up a feast for the senses. An area diverse in natural colors, textures and scents, this lush land is a haven for the creative spirit. The tradition of pottery making in the region is as rich as the precious clay that supplied commercial potters in the late 1800s. Today, however, most of the local artisans get their raw materials from producers throughout France. The utilitarian nature of the original rural wares finds a distinct counterpoint in the more decorative items that are currently available in the area's many ateliers, galleries and commercial stores. One of the more prominent names in the region is that of the Mourre family, headed by Roger and Yvette Mourre, first generation potters who have been producing classic earthenware for nearly 48 years. Viewing the pottery-making process is more like peering over the artisan's shoulder than witnessing a formal demonstration. The reserved yet cordial Roger Mourre...

Could be American or Italian hand-painted flowers that also hold a candle. Makes for a nice indoor or outdoor centerpiece.

Wonderful French Paper-Mâché bucket, in a gorgeous shade of ochre. No visual damage, nor any repairs. Could possible make a nice Wine Bucket?

Finding a pair of the highly desirable, French putty grey painted doors, is difficult enough, but to find a motherlode of eight matching antique French putty grey painted glazed doors, is as rare as hen’s teeth. This set of eight antique French painted doors...

Antique French Pressed Botanicals in a Set of (8) Spectacular examples and ready to frame. We believe that the Pressed French Botanic...

Hand decorated 19th century papier-mâché tray in superb condition - in an unusual emerald green base colour - hand painted with tulips lilies and flowers and hand gilded decoration w...

A rare set of 3 English gilt and paint decorated papier mâché scallop form trays with foliate and bird decoration on a black field, the central floral bouquets flanked by exotic bird...

This antique wine bottle coaster shows not maker's signature, but presumed to have originated from England and date to approximately 1920 a...

Elegant classic antique sheffield silverplate tea set- 3 pieces. These are silver plated with black Bakelite handles and lid knobs. They are from c...

This antique tea strainer is hallmarked by an unknown maker, but originated from France and dates to approximately 1890 and done in a period Victo...

Antique French baking paddle with early reinforced iron rivets.