Early 20th Century French Henriot Quimper Hand Painted Faience Jardiniere

Add a touch of traditional Breton charm to a table, buffet, or console with this colorful antique faience jardiniere. Crafted in Quimper, Brittany, France, circa 1925, the oval ceramic planter features an elegant scalloped rim with green and yellow accents, two applied side handles, and a decorative raised base embellished with colorful geometric and foliate motifs.

The jardiniere is beautifully hand painted on both sides with distinctive Breton scenes. One side depicts a charming pastoral setting with a seated woman holding a basket and a gentleman playing a flute, both dressed in traditional regional costumes. The reverse features the historic coat of arms of Brittany, displaying a crowned shield decorated with ermine motifs and flanked by two heraldic lions. Colorful floral sprays complete the decoration in a vibrant palette of blue, green, yellow, and orange.

The antique cachepot is in excellent condition commensurate with age and use, retaining its rich hand-painted colors and traditional glazed finish. Signed “Henriot Quimper 23” on the underside, the jardiniere is a wonderful example of Breton decorative pottery. Perfect for displaying flowers or greenery, it would also make a charming addition to a French country kitchen or a collection of Quimper faience.

Dimensions: 11.25″W x 7.75″D x 5″H.