Tortoise Shell Tea Light
Tortoise Shell Tea Light
Tortoise Shell Tea Light Holder - Vintage British Ceramic
A distinctive tea light holder featuring a beautiful tortoise shell glaze pattern. This unique piece combines functionality with decorative appeal, creating warm ambient lighting with vintage character.
Key Features:
- Type: Tea light candle holder
- Design: Tortoise shell glaze pattern
- Origin: British ceramic
- Style: Vintage with unique character
- Condition: Good vintage condition
Why You'll Love It:
The tortoise shell glaze creates a stunning visual effect, with rich browns and warm tones that glow beautifully when a tea light is lit inside. This piece works as both functional lighting and a decorative accent, adding warmth and character to any space.
Perfect for creating cosy ambiance in living rooms, bedrooms, or dining tables. The vintage ceramic construction ensures durability while the unique glaze pattern makes this a true one-of-a-kind piece.
Styling Ideas:
Use on a vintage sideboard or coffee table for ambient lighting, create a grouping with other British pottery for a curated display, style on mantels or shelving, or use as a centerpiece for intimate dinner settings.
Care Instructions:
Handle with care as vintage ceramics can be fragile. Use standard tea light candles. Never leave burning candles unattended. Allow to cool completely before moving. Wipe clean with a soft, dry cloth when cool.
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