Carved Wooden Powder Pear - Named And Dated - Folk Art - Auvergne - 1833

France First half of the 19th century - 1833 Auvergne - Haute-Loire Sublime wooden powder flask, dated 1833, testifying to the popular art of Auvergne in the 19th century. Entirely hand-carved, it illustrates ancestral know-how where utility is mixed with symbolism and aesthetics. At a time marked by rural life and the need for autonomy, each object was designed to fulfill a specific function, while being imbued with the spirit of its creator. The wood is decorated with recurring motifs in the popular tradition of the time, such as wolf teeth, symbols of strength and protection, hearts representing attachment to family or faith, and rosettes, timeless motifs evoking infinity and the cycle of life. These elements, far from being purely decorative, contribute to an iconography rooted in rural beliefs and daily realities. The finesse of the work demonstrates great mastery of the knife, an essential tool of the craftsman. Each stroke is precise, each detail thoughtful, giving this piece a unique identity. The know-how of Auvergne craftsmen is brilliantly highlighted here, in a period when the manufacture of everyday objects was done with care, passion and respect for traditions. This type of powder flask, intended to measure black powder during hunting or military activities, was often designed by or for its user. The name “Jean Mouron”, meticulously inlaid in the material, places this flask in a tradition of personalized objects, where the link between man and his tool was deep and lasting. Please note: Its top is missing, but this flask still retains its charm. Dimensions: Height: 11.5 cm ALL DELIVERIES ARE MADE BY DHL EXPRESS ONLY!