Enjoy cider the traditional Breton way with the Henriot Woman Cider Cup, or Bolée, handmade and hand-painted in Quimper, Brittany, France.
Featuring the iconic Henriot Woman dressed in traditional Breton costume, this charming cider cup brings together two enduring symbols of Brittany: the classic hand-painted figures of Quimper faience and the Breton tradition of drinking cider from a bolée.
In Brittany, cider is traditionally served not in a glass, but in a small bowl known as a bolée. These distinctive cider cups are a familiar sight in Breton crêperies, where local cider is enjoyed alongside galettes—the savory buckwheat crêpes for which Brittany is famous.
The traditional Breton woman is one of the most recognizable figures associated with classic Quimper pottery. Her colorful regional costume reflects the folk traditions of Brittany and gives this little bolée the unmistakable character collectors have come to associate with authentic Quimper faience.
And cider isn't its only use. A bolée is also delightful for café au lait, bringing a touch of French café tradition to your morning routine.
Quimper’s remarkable tradition of faience pottery dates back to 1690. For more than three centuries, generations of artisans have preserved the art of creating and decorating pottery by hand in Quimper, Brittany.
Each piece is completely handmade and individually hand-painted by a skilled artist from start to finish. The artist signs the finished piece and marks it Henriot, helping authenticate its origin.
Because every bolée is painted entirely by hand, subtle variations in the Breton figure, colors and brushwork are part of the beauty of genuine Quimper pottery. No two pieces are exactly alike.
Whether filled with traditional Breton cider, morning café au lait, or displayed as part of a Quimper collection, the Henriot Woman Bolée brings an authentic piece of Brittany and centuries of French pottery tradition to your home.
Pair it with the Henriot Man Bolée for a charming traditional Breton set.
Product Details
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Pattern: Henriot Woman
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Capacity: 4 fl. oz.
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Size: 2.5" H × 4" W
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Made in Quimper, Brittany, France
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Each piece is unique; colors and brushwork may vary
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Allow 8-10 weeks for delivery.
In stock items will ship immediately from our shop in the US.