{"product_id":"french-art-nouveau-majolica-cachepot-w-brambles-and-blackberries-c-1900-9","title":"French Art Nouveau Majolica Cachepot w\/ Brambles \u0026 Blackberries, C. 1900 - 9\"","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA charming French barbotine cachepot dating to circa 1900, modeled as a rustic tree stump resting on root-form feet. The richly textured bark is adorned with molded bramble leaves, clusters of blackberries, and delicate white blossoms, all rendered in vibrant naturalistic colors. A twisting bramble cane frames the scalloped rim, while the interior is finished in a contrasting turquoise glaze. Presented in good antique condition, with expected wear to the interior and a few small chips to the feet and lower edge consistent with age and use.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis exuberant naturalistic design reflects the fascination with nature that characterized the Belle Époque and Art Nouveau periods. Around the turn of the 20th century, French pottery manufacturers produced a wide variety of barbotine wares celebrating woodland and garden motifs through richly modeled relief and vibrant glazes. Stump-form cachepots such as this were particularly popular, bringing the romance of the forest indoors while serving as decorative holders for potted plants in conservatories, winter gardens, and drawing rooms.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eEqually appealing with or without a plant, this cachepot makes a striking decorative accent. The sculptural bark texture, lush bramble foliage, and jewel-like turquoise interior create a lively focal point on a mantel, console, or garden-room table. Its warm earthy palette and whimsical woodland character complement country, Arts and Crafts, and Art Nouveau-inspired interiors. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition and patina consistent with age.\u003cbr\u003eApprox. overall 8¾\" high x 9\" diameter \u003cbr\u003eApprox. overall 22cm high x 23cm diameter\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chez Pluie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53797356568914,"sku":"24813","price":1495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1166\/6698\/files\/DSC07717_110dba5c-a944-4957-b787-862f80a84640.jpg?v=1781872221","url":"https:\/\/www.chezpluie.com\/products\/french-art-nouveau-majolica-cachepot-w-brambles-and-blackberries-c-1900-9","provider":"Chez Pluie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}