French Café au Lait Bowl with Floral Motif France, c. 1920s–1940s

A charming vintage French café au lait bowl, traditionally used for morning coffee with hot milk and a slice of buttered bread. Crafted in white glazed earthenware, this piece features soft pastel floral sprigs encircling the bowl and a delicate silvered rim, gently worn with age.

The low, generous form and small footed base are classic to French breakfast bowls, designed to be held in the hands. Subtle signs of use and time add warmth and authenticity, making this bowl as beautiful on open shelving as it is practical for everyday rituals.

Perfect for styling a kitchen, breakfast nook, or café-inspired vignette—or enjoyed as it was intended, slow mornings and simple pleasures.

Details

• Origin: France
• Date: circa 1920s–1940s
• Material: Glazed earthenware
• Decoration: Floral transfer with worn silver rim
• Condition: Very good vintage condition; age-appropriate wear to rim, no chips or cracks noted
• Use: Decorative or functional

   

  Each piece at Annie’s Alcove is chosen for its quiet beauty and sense of history.

How long will it take to receive my order?

Your order is shipped from our location in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. We aim to have all packages out our door within 1 to 3 business days.

Your order will be shipped using a courier such as Canada Post, UPS, or Purolator. Depending on your distance from us, or if border crossing is involved, orders will take between 3 and 10 business days to arrive. Saturday and Sunday are not business days for mail in Canada.

We do not currently ship or deliver large items such as furniture.

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New items can be returned within 14 days of receipt for exchange or store credit. All other items including vintage and seasonal are considered final sale. Please look carefully at photos and descriptions to avoid any disappointment with regards to size or condition.

If for some reason you are not satisfied with your purchase we are happy to accept the return of any new item in the exact condition in which it was received. Please contact us to receive return address information.

The buyer remains responsible for the costs to return any item. Please package the item in the manner it was sent to you.