18th Century Repoussé Brass Bed Warmer With Heart Motifs, France

An 18th century repoussé brass bed warmer, French work, probably from Normandy.

The lid is decorated with a particularly expressive design featuring two confronted heart motifs, framed by stylised vegetal patterns. The composition, both simple and symbolic, reflects a finely executed repoussé work.

Multiple circular perforations allow the heat to circulate when filled with embers.

The piece is mounted on a long handle combining forged iron and turned wood, of good craftsmanship, giving the object an elegant and well-balanced silhouette.

A characteristic domestic object, the bed warmer was used to heat beds by placing hot coals inside before bedtime.

Provenance: from an important Normandy collection of antique copperware.

Very good overall condition, with a warm and consistent patina.

A particularly charming example of folk art, where utility is enhanced by an expressive and symbolic decorative language.

The two heart motifs, uncommon on this type of object, directly evoke the domestic sphere and the notion of hearth and home.

With its generous proportions, this bed warmer becomes a striking wall piece, both graphic and rich in historical presence.

Height: 95 cm
Diameter: 31.5 cm
Depth: 10 cm