Vintage Le Grand Lucé Porcelain Thimble Souvenir Antique Embroidery

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This antique thimble is a typical haberdashery item, designed for hand sewing and embroidery. It features a classic truncated conical shape, with a flared base and a domed top adorned with multiple indentations to facilitate needle pushing. The object is made of smooth, white porcelain, with a decoration applied to the visible side. The inscription "Le Grand Lucé" in black letters is clearly visible, as is a figurative motif representing a stylized dolphin leaping over waves, in soft blue and green tones.

The thimble's surface shows a slight patina, particularly around the top, which has some signs of use and dark traces, typical of a vintage object that has been used or displayed in a showcase. The details of the decoration remain intact and clearly legible, which enhances the souvenir aspect of this object, probably from a regional or tourist series.

The manufacturing technique evokes the porcelain souvenir productions of the 20th century, with clear printing and stable colors. The visible base is regular, with no apparent chips on the shown side. This thimble thus combines a utilitarian function for sewing with a decorative or collectible dimension, thanks to its regional motif.

The dolphin decoration is rendered in a simple, easily recognizable style, making it a popular item for decoration or for completing an assortment of themed regional thimbles. The inscription "Le Grand Lucé" refers to a French commune, reinforcing the local souvenir dimension of the piece.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Presence of signs of use, light patina on the top. Decoration and inscription well preserved on the visible side. No apparent chips or cracks on this side.

Did you know? Porcelain thimbles appeared in the 19th century, becoming a widespread souvenir item in French tourist regions in the 20th century. Regional or animal motifs, like this dolphin, were often chosen to evoke a place or local identity.

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