1960s Art Vannes French Crystal Vase (10.5in/27cm)

1960s Art Vannes French Crystal Vase (10.5in/27cm)The origin of Art Vannes was in the village of Vannes le Chantel in France. In the latter half of the 1900s, its estimated that more than 600 glassmakers resided in the region including household names such as Baccarat and Daum. This crystal vase from the 1960s is a statement piece with a unique silhouette akin to a water droplet mid splash. Please note, this item is a truly original vintage piece with slight imperfections and distinctive

Handcrafted in Italy from walnut wood and leather

and favoured for its ability to shapeshift from blue to purple depending on the light

or to keep a bottle chilled ready for visiting guests

It’s a striking way to serve French classics like pot-au-feu or stewed fruit desserts

one of Italy’s leading caricaturists

the Peggy platter is an elegant

This style was once used for eggs and sewing thread

you’ll find compartments for your chosen treasures – think earrings

Goyon-Chazeau’s quality-first approach to design in evident in each collection – Laguiole included

she says the “fabric is the star”

Illustrator Wilhelm Kage was appointed creative director of storied Swedish porcelain brand Gustavsberg in 1917 and during his tenure he created the dintinctive Argenta tableware series

it has beautifully tactile bamboo handles and high sides for avoiding spillages