Large French Bavent Glazed Terracotta Old Lady & Cat Wall Pocket Planter.

Name: Large French Bavent Glazed Terracotta Old Lady & Cat Wall Pocket Planter.
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1029602
Availability: SoldOut

1900 - 1920

Sold by Krave Antiques

Description

This fabulous glazed terracotta wall pocket which originates from Bavent in France dates from c1900 and is in the form of an old lady carrying a cat.

This highly decorative figure is a large size, has a crackled effect to the glazed surface and was almost certainly manufactured by the iconic Poterie du Mesnil de Bavent.

Poterie du Mesnil de Bavent is located in Calvados, Normandy and have been producing roofing accessories and architectural items since 1842. They are famous for their ceramic animals (cats, dogs, chickens etc).

A quirky antique piece of ceramic that would look amazing on display and an interesting talking piece. Can be attached to the wall and used as a wall pocket / planter.

Material: Glazed Terracotta.

Dimensions: Width: 30 cm (12"). Depth: 18 cm (7"). Height: 58 cm (22 3/4").

Weight: 7.9 Kg.

Condition: Original antique condition with lots of wear leaving a wonderful decorative look. All over chips and knocks. Has been repaired in the past.

Please note that only the figure is included and any other items in the pictures are for display only.

Physical Dimensions

Height

58cm (22.83")

Width

30cm (11.81")

Depth

12cm (4.72")

Declaration

Krave Antiques has dated this piece to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1029602

Dealers Internal Reference

BOLCP2770

Dealers Notes

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Description

This fabulous glazed terracotta wall pocket which originates from Bavent in France dates from c1900 and is in the form of an old lady carrying a cat.

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This highly decorative figure is a large size, has a crackled effect to the glazed surface and was almost certainly manufactured by the iconic Poterie du Mesnil de Bavent.

Krave Antiques

fig 1. Large French Bavent Glazed Terracotta Old Lady & Cat Wall Pocket Planter.

Poterie du Mesnil de Bavent is located in Calvados, Normandy and have been producing roofing accessories and architectural items since 1842. They are famous for their ceramic animals (cats, dogs, chickens etc).

fig 2. Large French Bavent Glazed Terracotta Old Lady & Cat Wall Pocket Planter.

A quirky antique piece of ceramic that would look amazing on display and an interesting talking piece. Can be attached to the wall and used as a wall pocket / planter.

Material: Glazed Terracotta.

Dimensions: Width: 30 cm (12"). Depth: 18 cm (7"). Height: 58 cm (22 3/4").

fig 3. Large French Bavent Glazed Terracotta Old Lady & Cat Wall Pocket Planter.

Weight: 7.9 Kg.

Condition: Original antique condition with lots of wear leaving a wonderful decorative look. All over chips and knocks. Has been repaired in the past.

Please note that only the figure is included and any other items in the pictures are for display only.