Vintage Hand-Painted Folk Art Glass Bottle – Exotic Horse & Tower Scene (Mid-20th Century)
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Bring a touch of exotic artistry into your home with this striking vintage hand-painted glass bottle, a unique example of mid-20th-century folk art. Once an ordinary glass bottle, it has been transformed into a decorative work of art through detailed hand-painting and varnishing, now carrying the patina of age and history.
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Features
Hand-Painted Design: Depicts a rearing horse in motion, a stylised tower surrounded by palm trees, and lush greenery, framed with bold floral and botanical patterns in gold and colour around the neck.
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Folk Art Charm: Likely crafted in India, North Africa, or the Middle East during the mid-20th century, reflecting the exotic themes popular with travellers and collectors.
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Beautiful Patina: The varnished surface has developed a rich craquelure effect over time, with some natural paint loss that enhances its vintage character.
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Repurposed Glass Bottle: Embossed codes on the base confirm that the bottle itself was machine-made, later hand-decorated as a souvenir or decorative piece.
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Condition
Age-related craquelure and surface wear
Paint chipping and minor losses (especially near the horse and tower scene)
Rim shows paint rubbing consistent with use and age
Displays beautifully with strong bohemian and eclectic appeal
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Dimensions
approximate height 20cm  and base diameter 5cm
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Why We Love It
This bottle embodies the spirit of folk creativity, where artisans repurposed everyday items into unique objects of art. Its hand-painted scenes evoke exotic landscapes, making it a perfect accent piece for collectors of vintage folk art, hand-painted glassware, or bohemian home décor.
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Suggested Uses
As a decorative display piece on a shelf or cabinet
As a quirky addition to a folk art collection
Styled in bohemian or eclectic interiors to add colour and story