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19thc French Toleware Vase & Cover
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19thc French Toleware Vase & Cover

19th century
Sold 6 October 2025 · Branching Out Antiques
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Wonderful large French painted toleware vase and cover in a striking green with fine decorations.

Possibly a tea urn.

In very good condition throughout, one seam split to the lid, almost unnoticeable.

36cm tall

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36cm (14.17")
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Branching Out Antiques has dated this French Toleware Vase and Cover to the 19th Century.

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SA1169303
Description
Wonderful large French painted toleware vase and cover in a striking green with fine decorations.

Possibly a tea urn.

In very good condition throughout, one seam split to the lid, almost unnoticeable.

36cm tall

Height
36cm (14.17")
Date of Manufacture

Branching Out Antiques has dated this French Toleware Vase and Cover to the 19th Century.

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SA1169303
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Decorative & country house antiques, including art and taxidermy

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An antique hexagonal green toleware vase with a matching domed cover, featuring hand-painted floral swags and gilt detailing. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An antique hexagonal green toleware vase with a matching domed cover, featuring hand-painted floral swags and gilt detailing. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

19thc French Toleware Vase & Cover

Archive II An antique hexagonal green toleware vase with a matching domed cover, featuring hand-painted floral swags and gilt detailing. View II
Archive III An antique hexagonal green toleware vase with a matching domed cover, featuring hand-painted floral swags and gilt detailing. View III
Archive IV An antique hexagonal green toleware vase with a matching domed cover, featuring hand-painted floral swags and gilt detailing. View IV
Archive V An antique hexagonal green toleware vase with a matching domed cover, featuring hand-painted floral swags and gilt detailing. View V
Archive VI An antique hexagonal green toleware vase with a matching domed cover, featuring hand-painted floral swags and gilt detailing. View VI
Archive VII An antique hexagonal green toleware vase with a matching domed cover, featuring hand-painted floral swags and gilt detailing. View VII
Archive VIII An antique hexagonal green toleware vase with a matching domed cover, featuring hand-painted floral swags and gilt detailing. View VIII
Archive IX An antique hexagonal green toleware vase with a matching domed cover, featuring hand-painted floral swags and gilt detailing. View IX
Archive X An antique hexagonal green toleware vase with a matching domed cover, featuring hand-painted floral swags and gilt detailing. View X
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An antique hexagonal green toleware vase with a matching domed cover, featuring hand-painted floral swags and gilt detailing.
19thC FRENCH TOLEWARE VASE & COVER
Ref: SA1169303
An antique hexagonal green toleware vase with a matching domed cover, featuring hand-painted floral swags and gilt detailing.
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  • Object[Decorative Vessels]
  • Period19th century
  • Style[French Country, Neoclassical]
  • Material[Tinplate, Metal, Paint]
  • Colour[Green]
  • MotifsHand-painted floral swags, Hexagonal body, Domed cover with finial, Neoclassical garlands
  • SizeH 36 cm (14 in)

Toleware refers to metalware, usually iron or steel, that has been lacquered or enamelled and hand-painted. Originating in 18th-century France and popular throughout the 19th century, the technique was used to create decorative domestic items that emulated more expensive porcelain and lacquerware.

Authentic pieces are constructed from soldered sheet metal, which is then coated with multiple layers of japan or varnish paint. Artisans typically decorated the surfaces using hand-applied pigments, often featuring floral motifs, gilding, or neoclassical swags.

Authenticity is indicated by heavy gauge tinplate construction, hand-cut soldered seams, and the natural craquelure or wear of aged oil-based paints. Genuine period pieces often show characteristic oxidisation beneath the paint layers and hand-brushed details rather than modern printed transfers.

These decorative vessels add historical texture and colour to modern schemes. They work effectively as focal points on sideboards, mantels, or open shelving, contrasting well with minimalist surroundings or complementing traditional rooms.

Preserve the fragile painted finish by dusting gently with a dry, soft cloth. Avoid using water, chemical solvents, or abrasive cleaners, as these can strip the historical lacquer and damage the painted surface.
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