Frog Hand-Glazed Ceramic Butter Dish

Frog Hand-Glazed Ceramic Butter DishAlthough Astier de Villatte is Parisian, the founders refer to their home as little Tibet due to the high volume of Tibetan refugees working there. They have ex monks who chant while they create and a relaxed approach to production that prioritizes spirit over supply. This wonderful part of the makers story is apparent when you come face to face with the unique character of each creation. This butter dish is one such example, complete with a frog

The fabric is hand-spun into a soft knit and cut with exaggerated shoulder pads

Which one will you choose

In line with the Victorian era’s embrace of underwater themes and extravagant silverware is this fish from the early 20th century

Adding rich blue pigmentation to the traditional slip coating results in streaks and swirls of colour across the creamware that differ with each trial

with contrasting chocolate cord trim

During his career

it reflects the mid-century ethos of refined form and honest materials that defined Siersbøl’s enduring legacy

we think it's best suited to the confines of your home – even better when serving up a Mai Tai

and another in velvet ikat from Ferghana Valley

Czech Republic shines through

such as this travel cufflinks box

such as this 1950s Parker Duofold Junior fountain pen