Rare Antique Alsatian Mold Terracotta Glazed Doll 36 cm

  
Old Alsatian glazed terracotta mould – swaddled baby, 36 cm

Very old Alsatian glazed terracotta mould depicting a swaddled baby. Beautiful honey-brown glaze, age-related crazing, and authentic patina. Good condition for its age: no cracks, no chips. Note: glaze wear along the upper rim (see close-up photos).

History & Tradition

In Alsace, moulds depicting a swaddled baby were given to young parents as birth keepsakes and as a symbolic protection for the home. They were hung in the kitchen or brought out for special occasions. As folk-art pieces, each example is hand-shaped and glazed.

Features

Origin: Alsace, France, folk art
Material: glazed terracotta
Subject: swaddled baby
Period: late 19th century to early 20th century
Dimensions: approx. 36 × 11 × 8 cm / 14.2 × 4.3 × 3.1 in
Condition: good used condition, no cracks, no chips; glaze wear on the upper rim
Color: honey brown, glossy glaze

Delivery & Service

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