HB Quimper Faience pair of candlesticks – Hand-Painted in France

A charming pair of HB Quimper French candlesticks, hand-painted in the traditional Brittany faience style. Each candlestick features vibrant floral motifs in cobalt blue, yellow, pink, and green against a creamy ground, with sponged blue edging. The bold, folkloric brushwork reflects Quimper’s centuries-long heritage of hand-crafted pottery.

Perfect for a mantle, bedside, or a vintage-inspired dinner setting — these pieces bring both colour and story to your home.

Features

• Maker: HB Quimper, France
• Mark: “HB Quimper France décor peint main” (hand-painted)
• Technique: Tin-glazed faience with sponged borders and freehand floral decoration
• Era: c.1950s–1970s
• Form: Pair of taper candlesticks
• Palette: Cobalt blue, pink, yellow, green on cream

Size (each)

• Height: 14.5 cm
• Base: 9.5 cm across
• Candle well: suits standard tapers (approx. 2 cm diameter)

Condition Notes

• Clean, glossy glaze with no cracks or repairs.
• Minimal age-related wear and a few tiny glaze skips, as expected in hand-painted faience.
• Ready for use and display.

Styling Notes

Pair with French table linens, vintage pewter, or pressed-glass for a truly European tablescape. These candlesticks also make a unique wedding or housewarming gift — functional art with a folkloric heart.

Care

Wipe gently with a soft damp cloth. Avoid soaking or dishwasher use. Use drip collars to protect glaze from candle wax.

📦 Shipping & Pickup:

Carefully packed for safe delivery, or available for pickup at Kitten Vintage, Mackay.

💌 Looking for more?

We also have larger HB Quimper tureens and fish plates available — please message us if you’d like to expand your set.

🏭 About the Maker –

Quimper Pottery – France

Handcrafted in Brittany since the late 1600s, Quimper (pronounced “Cam-pair”) pottery is famous for its rustic charm and hand-painted designs. The traditional motifs often feature Breton figures in folk costume, floral sprays, and bold borders in rich blues, yellows, and greens.

Each piece was decorated entirely by hand, making no two items exactly alike. Collectors love Quimper for its history, artistry, and the way it brings a touch of French country life into the home.