Stock No. 35218

Antique French Edwardian Porcelain Bidet

An antique French Edwardian porcelain bidet dating to circa 1920. This early 20th century piece has a smooth curved shape and crisp finish, which would make for a stylish addition to a bathroom in a contemporary or period property, such as a Victorian townhouse. History of the Bidet Nobody knows who was responsible for the…

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£1,275.00

Dimensions

Depth: 64cm25.2in

Width: 41.5cm16.34in

Height: 40cm15.75in

Weight: 15kg33.07lbs

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Condition Report

Good structural condition. Lightly crazed, slight discolouration and wear to the glaze. Original plug chain and waste. Plug is slightly perished. Taps turn but not tested. Water comes in underneath rim.

Wear

Wear consistent with age and use. Minor Losses, scuffs, and scratches.

Date of Manufacture

Circa 1920

Maker

Unknown

Material

Ceramic, Porcelain

Origin

France

Period

Early 20th Century

Style

Edwardian

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An antique French Edwardian porcelain bidet dating to circa 1920. This early 20th century piece has a smooth curved shape and crisp finish, which would make for a stylish addition to a bathroom in a contemporary or period property, such as a Victorian townhouse.

History of the Bidet

Nobody knows who was responsible for the invention of bidet, but historians agree that they first appeared in the 17th century in France as the bedroom hygiene tool. It later received several upgrades, until it eventually became an integral part of the modern bathroom.

Bidet comes from the French word “bitet” which is translates to “pony”. It was also called a “trot”, which is a way someone can ride a pony. Sometimes a bidet was even called “garden horse”.

Additional information

Weight 15 kg
Dimensions 64 × 41.5 × 40 cm
Date of Manufacture

Circa 1920

Maker

Material

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Origin

France

Period

Early 20th Century

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