{"product_id":"antique-italian-majolica-faience-candle-holder-floral-hand-painted-coat-of-arms","title":"Antique Italian Majolica Faience Candle Holder Floral Hand Painted Coat of Arms","description":"\u003cp style=\"\\'word-wrap:\" break-word\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Used\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"\\'word-wrap:\" break-word\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Overall, the candle holder is in acceptable antique condition with notable wear consistent with its age and use. There is significant paint loss and chipping on the surface, particularly around the large orange flower on the body and along the edges of the blue and yellow decorative bands. The white glaze has some crazing and discoloration, especially noticeable on the interior and in lighter areas. There are no visible major cracks or structural chips affecting the integrity of the piece. The underside reveals the unglazed ceramic with some minor firing imperfections, common in hand-crafted pottery of this type. A blue mark, possibly a factory or decorator's initial, is visible on the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unbranded\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Candle Holder\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multi-coloured\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ceramic,Faience,Majolica\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Abstract\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Floral\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime Period Manufactured:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1850-1899\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Italy\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5 in\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 in\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 437 g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand Painted\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis vibrant and charming antique Italian Majolica or Faience candle holder features rich hand-painted floral and scroll motifs in bold blues, yellows, oranges, and greens. Its unique shape, resembling an ancient lamp, is set atop a pedestal base, exuding a rustic yet elegant appeal. The crest on the body, possibly a family or regional coat of arms, adds to its historical character. This piece is a wonderful example of traditional Italian pottery, perfect for collectors of antique ceramics or as a distinctive decorative accent for holding a taper candle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Unbranded","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53312673907035,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0936\/4986\/3003\/files\/57_6413395e-8c93-4e16-85d6-2c42f34301a4.jpg?v=1780668361","url":"https:\/\/gifteduk.com\/products\/antique-italian-majolica-faience-candle-holder-floral-hand-painted-coat-of-arms","provider":"Gifted UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}