Carved Lace Folder - Hidden Heart, Shy Declaration Of A Smitten Man - Folk Art

Late 19th century France - Auvergne Private Collection (PIERRE BELLEMARE) This lace folder, beautifully hand-carved, contains a moving secret: a heart hidden among floral and geometric patterns. Like a discreet, shy declaration of love, this object tells the silent story of a man whose feelings are engraved in the wood, but hidden behind symbols of nature. This heart, barely perceptible among the patterns, is the reflection of a discreet but sincere love, probably dedicated to a beloved lacemaker. The intertwined leaf patterns and geometric shapes give this folder a delicate harmony. Each detail reveals the skill of the craftsman, but also a sensitivity that goes beyond the utilitarian. This folder, more than a simple tool, is a silent messenger of a hidden emotion, where each stroke of the knife in the wood is proof of devotion. In addition to being a functional tool, this folder thus becomes a poignant testimony to Auvergne folk art. It captures the moment when an everyday object is transformed into a symbol of love and beauty. This folder is a treasure for folk art collectors, a unique piece that carries within it a part of mystery and poetry. Condition: Beautiful patina with some traces of use. Dimensions: 14 x 8.5 cm Delivery: ALL DELIVERIES ARE MADE BY DHL EXPRESS ONLY!