Antique French Directoire Tole Peinte Cache Pot

Striking example of French artistry, this Antique Directoire Tole Peinte Cache Pot captivates with its bold red background and hand-painted neoclassical landscape scene. Made of tin and painted in the traditional tole peinte technique, this elegant jardiniere features a flared square rim, tapering body, and charming oval medallions with romantic pastoral vignettes — each surrounded by delicate foliate motifs in warm gilt tones. Hand painted scenes on two sides that are different, this is such a decorative beauty! Made and painted in France, marked on the bottom.

The red background, now softened and beautifully worn with age, adds drama and contrast to the serene imagery, making this a true statement piece. In good age related condition, there are a few small losses to the paint as shown. This refined and artistic cache pot — likely once used for displaying flowers or decorative arrangements in a grand salon.

• Measures 5-1/4" x 5-1/4" x 8-1/4"h.