Framed French Country Themed 3D Mixed Media Shadow Box
Decorative Arts & Folk Art

Framed French Country Themed 3D Mixed Media Shadow Box

This is a handcrafted mixed media shadow box artwork featuring a charming French provincial or 'Fleuriste' (Florist) shop theme. The piece is housed in a square, royal blue painted wooden frame that exhibits minor scuffing and paint loss along the lower edge, characteristic of vintage or hand-painted items. The background consists of a blue and white striped fabric or paper, providing a textured, wallpaper-like appearance. The central composition is built from decoupage elements, including a two-story storefront with a scalloped brown shingle roof, green shop windows labeled 'Fleuriste', and window boxes overflowing with flowers. Two die-cut female figures in traditional European folk dress flank the shop; one is attached to a blue floral toile hang-tag secured with a navy string, while the other stands at the shop entrance. Further decorative elements include a postage-stamp style card depicting a beehive ('les abeilles') and a detached gift tag resting on top of the frame. The colors are vibrant, primarily utilizing primary blues, greens, and yellows. The craftsmanship suggests a folk-art or decorative craft style popular in the late 20th century (circa 1980s-1990s). The layered construction creates a shallow 3D effect known as paper tole. No visible signatures are present, indicating it may be a boutique artisan piece or a high-quality hobbyist creation.

Estimated Value

$45-65

Basic Information

Category

Decorative Arts & Folk Art

Appraised On

December 20, 2025

Estimated Value

$45-65

Item Description

This is a handcrafted mixed media shadow box artwork featuring a charming French provincial or 'Fleuriste' (Florist) shop theme. The piece is housed in a square, royal blue painted wooden frame that exhibits minor scuffing and paint loss along the lower edge, characteristic of vintage or hand-painted items. The background consists of a blue and white striped fabric or paper, providing a textured, wallpaper-like appearance. The central composition is built from decoupage elements, including a two-story storefront with a scalloped brown shingle roof, green shop windows labeled 'Fleuriste', and window boxes overflowing with flowers. Two die-cut female figures in traditional European folk dress flank the shop; one is attached to a blue floral toile hang-tag secured with a navy string, while the other stands at the shop entrance. Further decorative elements include a postage-stamp style card depicting a beehive ('les abeilles') and a detached gift tag resting on top of the frame. The colors are vibrant, primarily utilizing primary blues, greens, and yellows. The craftsmanship suggests a folk-art or decorative craft style popular in the late 20th century (circa 1980s-1990s). The layered construction creates a shallow 3D effect known as paper tole. No visible signatures are present, indicating it may be a boutique artisan piece or a high-quality hobbyist creation.

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