Antique French Majolica Planter Basket by Longchamp, 19th Century Terre de Fer, Iris Flower Jardinière, Hand-Glazed Floral Barbotine
Bring a touch of 19th-century French artistry to your home with this antique majolica basket by Longchamp, beautifully crafted in Terre de Fer faience and decorated with vibrant iris flowers in relief.
📋 Product Features :
🏛️ Date: Late 19th century (circa 1880–1900)
🏷️ Maker: Longchamp, France
🔖 Markings: “Longchamp Terre de Fer” + number 987 stamped on the base
🖌️ Technique: Hand-glazed majolica / barbotine faience
🎨 Motif: Iris flowers in relief – multicolor pastels
📏 Dimensions:
– Length: 8.66" (22 cm)
– Width: 6.5" (16.5 cm)
– Height: approx. 5.1" (13 cm)
⚖️ Weight: approx. 700 g
📦 Condition: Several small chips on flowers and leaves – structurally sound, no cracks
This elegant and romantic piece features delicately hand-molded and hand-glazed floral details in soft pastel shades of lavender, yellow, pale green, and sky blue. Each petal and leaf showcases the naturalistic beauty that defined the Art Nouveau era in French ceramics.
🖋️ Stamped underneath: "Longchamp Terre de Fer – 987"
🎁 Perfect Gift or Use Ideas:
A charming decorative centerpiece for spring or Easter tablescapes
A poetic addition to shabby chic, French country, or Art Nouveau interiors
An ideal gift for collectors of majolica or antique French pottery
Display it as a jardinière, for dry flowers or simply as a sculptural art object
⚠️ Condition Note:
This antique basket is in overall good vintage condition but shows numerous small chips on the petals and leaves, typical for barbotine majolica of this age and detail level. Please refer to the detailed photos.
🧼 Care Instructions:
✔️ Hand wash only, using warm water and mild soap
✘ Do not use dishwasher or abrasive pads
⚠️ Handle gently, especially around raised floral details
🕰️ Historical Note:
The Longchamp pottery (located in Côte-d'Or, France) was known in the late 1800s for producing finely detailed majolica ware, often inspired by botanical themes. This floral iris design, popular in the 1880s–1900s, reflects the romanticism and nature-oriented aesthetics of Art Nouveau.
⚠️ The second image is for display inspiration and features a similar item.
📦 Shipping & Packaging:
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