Vintage La Grande Motte thimble gilding, old limited edition souvenir

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This thimble, visible in the photo, is a typical souvenir item designed to evoke La Grande Motte. It features a classic thimble shape, with a domed and textured top, reminiscent of the traditional sewing thimble pattern. The main decoration on the visible side is a colorful illustration depicting a coastal landscape associated with La Grande Motte, accompanied by the inscription "La Grande Motte" in gold letters. A golden filigree adorns the base, adding an extra touch of elegance to the piece.

The thimble's surface has a smooth and shiny appearance, frequently seen on old souvenir items, with a finish suggesting porcelain or glazed ceramic (material not explicitly specified in the keywords, only the visual aspect is described here). The gilding at the base is clearly visible and gives depth to the object. The illustration includes a stylized coat of arms or logo in color, which is typical of regional souvenirs produced in small series.

The painted decoration shows a seascape with architectural elements and sailboats, typical of the seaside resort of La Grande Motte. The fineness of the details as well as the blue, brown, and yellow color palette, enhance the decorative and vintage aspect of the thimble. The inscription "La Grande Motte" is clear and well-centered on the lower part of the visible side.

The top of the thimble is regularly textured, reproducing the functional dimpling of sewing thimbles, which confirms that it is a genuine thimble and not just a decorative trinket. The golden rim at the base is continuous and shows a slight patina, suggesting a certain age while retaining a beautiful shine.

This type of souvenir thimble was produced in limited edition, as indicated by the keywords provided. It is part of the tradition of tourist objects distributed in French seaside resorts during the 20th century, often collected for their regional decoration and elaborate finish.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The image shows good overall preservation, with no visible chips or cracks on the presented side. Slight patina possible on the gilding of the base. The colors of the decoration remain vibrant and the inscription perfectly legible.

Did you know? La Grande Motte, an emblematic seaside resort on the French Mediterranean coast, was designed in the 1960s by architect Jean Balladur. Its pyramidal silhouette, inspired by pre-Columbian civilizations and the surrounding dunes, has become a recognizable symbol, frequently depicted on regional souvenir items such as thimbles.

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