Pair Of Salt Workers Made From Seashells From Bourg De Batz-sur-mer (two Globes) - Brittany
Figures: Height 25 cm,
With globe: Height 32 cm.
Details:
A couple of salt workers from Bourg de Batz-sur-mer.
What makes this pair unique is that they are displayed under two different globes, which is quite rare.
Made from seashells.
Late 19th century.
A small rarity... A folk art object, made in Batz-sur-Mer from the early 19th century onward, depicting salt workers in ceremonial attire. It appears that the craft of seashell art, which began in Batz-sur-Mer in the late 17th century, with the production of decorative bouquets for church altars, took a new direction around 1820 with the creation of shell figurines depicting salt workers, thereby spreading their images and folk traditions beyond their region... A moving testament to times past, imbued with great delicacy.
Period: 19th century
Style: Napoleon 3rd
Condition: Excellent condition
Height: 32 cm
Reference (ID): 1840104
Availability: In stock
