{"product_id":"hubert-bequet-pitcher-no872-bluebirdofparadise","title":"Hubert Bequet Pitcher No. 872 – Blue Bird of Paradise Faience with 24K Gold Details","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"327\" data-end=\"471\"\u003eElegant hand-painted \u003cstrong\u003efaience pitcher\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong\u003eHubert Bequet\u003c\/strong\u003e, crafted in Quaregnon, Belgium during the \u003cstrong\u003e1950s–1960s\u003c\/strong\u003e — the golden era of the manufacture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"473\" data-end=\"698\"\u003eThis model \u003cstrong\u003eNo. 872\u003c\/strong\u003e features a distinctive sculptural shape with a twisted handle and a refined flared spout. The decoration showcases the iconic “Bird of Paradise” motif in deep cobalt blue, enhanced with rich gold detailing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"700\" data-end=\"1071\"\u003eThis piece belongs to the \u003cstrong data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"743\"\u003e“Castel” line\u003c\/strong\u003e, reserved for the manufacture’s high-end production. In Quaregnon, the “Castel” designation was specifically used for luxury pieces finished with \u003cstrong data-start=\"890\" data-end=\"927\"\u003ehigh-quality gold (often 22k–24k)\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than standard gilding. The deep, warm tone of the gold — without any coppery or dull appearance — reflects the use of premium materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1073\" data-end=\"1158\"\u003eA highly collectible example, further enhanced by the presence of its original label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"779\" data-end=\"923\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"1464\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"po49mo\" data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"980\"\u003eOrigin: Quaregnon, Belgium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"po49mo\" data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"980\"\u003eMaker: Hubert Bequet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gnes5r\" data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1024\"\u003eModel: No. 872\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"n6tjzx\" data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1054\"\u003ePeriod: circa 1950s–1960s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"omefa6\" data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1081\"\u003eMaterial: Fine faience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xwvhkx\" data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003eDecoration: Hand-painted cobalt blue “Bird of Paradise” motif\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4x3aut\" data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003eFinish: 24K Gold detailing (Castel line)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11i182g\" data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1336\"\u003eMarkings:\n\u003cul data-start=\"1207\" data-end=\"1336\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8q7zdk\" data-start=\"1207\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003eBase: “H. BEQUET QUAREGNON made in Belgium” + model number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"c5wb3o\" data-start=\"1272\" data-end=\"1336\"\u003eBody: Original label “Castel hand painted – made in Belgium”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13k063j\" data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003eCondition: Good overall condition. Minor chips on the base, not visible when displayed and do not affect stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"kg715v\" data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"1464\"\u003eStyle: Mid-Century \/ Decorative European ceramics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1491\" data-end=\"1562\"\u003eCarefully packed to ensure safe delivery.\u003cbr data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003eTracked shipping available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hubert Bequet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53333783740758,"sku":"STF-DEC-039","price":109.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/0983\/6118\/files\/ChatGPT_Image_Apr_29_2026_12_29_22_PM.png?v=1777458577","url":"https:\/\/www.stuffselection.com\/products\/hubert-bequet-pitcher-no872-bluebirdofparadise","provider":"stuff. STORE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}