Rare Old Alsatian Mold, Glazed Terracotta 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: some glaze wear along the upper rim (see close-up photos).

History & tradition

In Alsace, moulds depicting a baby were given to young parents as a birth keepsake and symbolic protection for the home.

They were hung in the kitchen or brought out for special celebrations. 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 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 edge
Color: honey brown, glossy glaze

Delivery & service

Very careful packaging
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Shipping in France and internationally
Combined shipping possible for multiple purchases (please contact me before payment)

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