French Mid-Century Desk Thermometer shell or unique desk accessories

or unique desk accessories

The bottom is clearly marked Hall’s China

“Jeu du Diable” was a popular pastime in the 18th and 19th centuries

each plate features a richly embossed botanical design with a scalloped rim and intricate detailing

French Mid-Century Desk Thermometer shell or unique desk accessoriesAn unusual and wonderfully sculptural French desk thermometer, this charming mid century piece is topped with the stylized silhouette of a horse, originally finished in gilt that has gracefully worn over time to reveal the darker metal beneath, while the pedestal base retains its warm golden finish. The contrast gives the piece an appealing sense of age and character, emphasizing its decorative quality as much as its function. The crisp white dial