This pair of hand-painted Italian ceramic candle holders, in the Avignon pattern — blue and white with lively florals — proves that combination never goes out of style.
Maker: Strata Group for Shafford
Materials: Hand-painted ceramic
Dimensions: Approx. 9"H x 4.75" diameter (base) each
Origin: Italy
Era: Vintage 1986
Condition: Excellent vintage — no issues, original store label retained. Please review photos closely before purchasing, as all sales are final.
A beautiful piece for the Italian ceramics collector, a spring or summer tablescape, or a colorful housewarming gift that travels well between seasons.
Made by the Strata Group for Shafford in 1986, this pair is marked on the base: "The Strata Group 1986 for Shafford, Hand Painted, Made in Italy." The blue and white palette is crisp and cheerful, the floral motifs lively and well-executed, and at 9 inches tall they have real presence. Both still carry their original store price tag — this set originally sold for $55, which translates to roughly $160 today.
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