Antique French Trompe-l'œil Pie Tureen by L. Fonlupt Vichy | French Art Pottery Covered Dish c.1900–1930

Antique French Trompe-l'œil Pie Tureen by L. Fonlupt Vichy | French Art Pottery Covered Dish c.1900–1930A delightful antique French trompe l'il pie tureen by L. Fonlupt of Vichy, beautifully modelled to resemble a rustic baked pie. Part of the long French tradition of whimsical trompe l'il ceramics, this charming covered dish is designed to fool the eye, with its richly glazed lid imitating a golden brown pastry crust complete with decorative pastry detailing. Pieces of this type were highly prized on the dining table, combining practicality with humour

Height: 26

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Condition: Gentle creasing and age-related wear to paper

timeworn feel

The wooden board displays minor marks and wear

adding cultural depth to its already captivating story

**If used as cake toppers please bear in mind that they have had a decorative wax applied so a barrier should be placed under these as they are not food safe

or just pop on a shelf or tie onto a gift as an extra little something special

ethereal glow

Crafted with delicate bamboo ribs and a carved wooden handle

the necklace catches the light as the tiny silver beads shimmer softly

giving the ring a romantic woodland feel — like a small story captured in silver