Génie de l'âtre - Bronze
In ancient conceptions of the domestic space, the hearth—where the fire burns—was seen as the symbolic center of the home. It was a place of togetherness, believed to be inhabited by protective spirits, often represented as fireballs or flaming stars.
The fireplace is the soul of the house: in certain traditions, people would carry the ashes or embers from their old hearth to kindle a new home.
It is also a bridge between the world of the living and the world of the dead. In Brittany, eggshells filled with water were placed in the hearth. This ritual allowed new parents to ensure that their newborn had not been taken by fairies and replaced with a changeling.
The Génie de l'âtre is conceived as a protective amulet to be hung on the wall. It depicts a fireplace with a shooting star and a crackling flame at its center. The amulet suggests that the hearth is also an intimate space—one that can be carried within us, wherever we go. Wherever a fire burns, a refuge can be found.
- Materials from French recycling
- Your order will be shipped within 2 to 3 business days.
- 14 days to return your product
Care
Avoid contact with water as well as hygiene products (soap, hydroalcoholic gel, creams, perfumes, etc.). A more acidic skin pH can also contribute to jewelry damage. It is not recommended to swim, bathe, exercise or sleep with your gold plated jewelry on. As with silver jewelry, store it away from direct light.
Silver naturally oxidizes and darkens over time. You can use a polishing cloth to restore shine to your jewelry. You can also use Clay Stone (also called Silver Stone or White Stone) to clean your silver jewelry.
I only use natural pearls for all of Fontennoy's jewelry. Please note that freshwater pearls are fragile and can be damaged by contact with water and hygiene products (soap, perfume, hydroalcoholic gel, creams, etc.).
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frequently asked Questions
- France: free shipping.
- Switzerland: €15
- Europe: €15
- United States: €30
Fontennoy delivers to France, all European Union countries, Switzerland and the United States.
All packages are shipped as quickly as possible, within two to three business days, excluding weekends and public holidays.
To maintain the shine of your 23-carat gold-plated jewelry, avoid contact with water, perfume, household products or hydroalcoholic gel.
It is recommended to remove jewelry before showering, exercising or swimming.
Clean your jewelry with a soft, dry cotton cloth before storing it away from light in a dry place.
To maintain the shine of your 925 silver jewelry, wear them as much as possible!
To restore shine to your silver pieces, you can use clay stone or white stone, available in drugstores or household departments.
Gently rub your jewelry before rinsing it with clean water. Dry your jewelry well.
Always store your jewelry away from light in a dry place.
If you have difficulty choosing your size, do not hesitate to consult my guide accessible from the ring product pages.
Still a doubt? You can order a ring sizer .
Recycled silver comes exclusively from an Origine France Garantie certified supplier. This certification ensures that all the silver used in Fontennoy jewelry is not only recycled, but also comes from the French market.
The plating work is entrusted to an expert who ensures that the plating process incorporates up to 70% recycled gold.
I am open to special orders! Do not hesitate to contact me so that we can discuss further details of your project