A striking vintage porcelain planter featuring Saint Louis IX, King of France, dressed in regal red, white and gold and holding a blue royal orb. Fleur-de-lis details decorate his robe while an open vessel behind the figure can hold a small plant, dried flowers, pencils or other petite treasures.
Made by Lefton China, this hand-painted piece is marked ©1985 Geo. Z. Lefton and numbered 04874. The original red and gold “Lefton Trade Mark Exclusives Japan” foil label remains attached underneath.
Details
- Vintage Lefton China figural planter or vase
- Depicts Saint Louis IX, King of France
- Hand-painted porcelain with gold accents
- Red cape, jeweled-style crown and blue royal orb
- Open vessel positioned behind the figure
- Approximately 8½ inches tall
- Model No. 04874
- Copyright dated 1985
- Original Lefton Japan foil label
- One of a kind
Condition
This is a vintage, previously owned piece with age-related wear, including areas of gold loss, surface marks and discoloration inside the vessel. Please review all photographs carefully, as they are part of the condition description.
Please Note
Vintage items naturally show signs of their previous lives. These small imperfections are part of their history and character. This is a singular found piece—once claimed, it will not return.
