Vintage thimble Le Phare Ar-Men Ile de Sein sewing souvenir from the era

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Description

Antique thimble illustrated with a depiction of the Ar-Men lighthouse, located off the island of Sein. This thimble has a classic shape with a domed, textured top, designed for hand sewing. The white outer surface is adorned with a polychrome print faithfully representing the famous Breton lighthouse, accompanied by the legible inscription "Le Phare Ar-Men Ile de Sein" on the visible side of the base. The motif is finely executed, with colorful details that highlight the lighthouse's architecture and its maritime environment.

The top of the thimble features a typical honeycomb relief, ensuring a good grip during use. Its smooth, shiny finish is reminiscent of the appearance of porcelain or glazed ceramic, although no specific material is explicitly indicated in the keywords. The object evokes the style of tourist souvenirs produced from the second half of the 20th century, often collected or used as sewing accessories.

The visible side of this thimble shows no major chips or apparent cracks. There are some traces of wear or superficial micro-scratches typical of a used item, particularly on the print, without affecting the legibility of the design.

This type of souvenir thimble was frequently offered in tourist shops on the French coast and remains popular for its regional graphics. The maritime decoration of the Ar-Men lighthouse is emblematic of Brittany and particularly sought after by those who appreciate objects related to the heritage of French lighthouses.

The inscription and illustration are clear and well-centered on the main face of the thimble, making it a fine example of a vintage souvenir item.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Shows minor signs of wear, with no visible structural defects on the photographed side.

Did you know? The Ar-Men lighthouse, whose construction began in 1867 and was completed in 1881, is one of France's most emblematic and isolated lighthouses. Nicknamed "the hell of hells" by the keepers, it stands on a storm-battered rock off the island of Sein, in Brittany. Its extremely difficult construction took over 14 years due to the extreme conditions of the Atlantic Ocean.

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