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Antique

One-Of-A-Kind

Rare

Cévennes Vessel

France, 20th Century

$175

Sylvie stumbled upon this vessel in Marseille, although she hails from Cévennes. Handmade from warm terracotta with a beautifully weathered finish, it was originally used to store water. Sylvie suggests pairing it with a few well-loved books on any surface you desire.

  • Dimensions:

    9" H x 7" W x 7" D

  • Materials:

    Ceramic

  • Weight Range:

    3 lbs

  • Notes from Sylvie:

    Please not the minor chips on the vessel.

  • Collector's Notice:

    As antique and vintage pieces, items may show signs of age and wear. Minor variations from the images may occur unless otherwise noted. All sales are final.

This terracotta jug was sourced from a renowned collector in Aix who has spent over half a century gathering rare finds across Provence. Its handle and curved body reflect traditional craftsmanship, made to serve water or wine at the family table. The collector shared that this piece once belonged to a local farm, used daily and cherished as part of the region’s enduring way of life.

In the heart of a sun-soaked French village, the early morning air hums with anticipation. The brocante is just beginning to stir, its stalls lined with an eclectic mix of treasures gathered from generations past. Sylvie finds herself weaving through narrow rows, where the earthy aroma of aged wood and the faint hint of lavender linger in the air.

As she strolls, she exchanges nods and smiles with the seasoned vendors who watch over their wares like guardians of history. Every table holds something captivating—hand-painted ceramics, tarnished silverware, stacks of well-loved books, and intricately carved furniture that speaks of another era. The charm lies in the imperfections: a slight crack in a glazed vase, the patina on a brass mirror, the weathered edges of a faded tapestry.

With each discovery, Sylvie curates a collection that embodies the soul of the art of antiquing. By afternoon, her arms are filled with treasures, each piece a window into another life, another time. A thought sparks as she gazes at her finds: What if I brought this feeling home? And so, the Sylvie Brocante was born—a collection designed to transport you to that sunlit village, where every item carries a piece of France’s soulful past, inviting you to experience it in your own space.