Mid Century Modern French Basin & Pedestal Sink in Orchid

Elevate your interior with the effortless chic of this genuine orchid basin & pedestal. Likely manufactured by the prestigious French pottery Selles, this suite is a standout example of Continental mid-century modernism. Finished in “Orchid”—a delicate, luminous light purple—this set offers a softer, more ethereal alternative to the saturated primary colours of the era, making it a perfect fit for a high-end “Mod” or contemporary minimalist home.

European Modernist Design

Unlike British counterparts of the same era, this French suite features a distinctively sleek and sculptural silhouette:

• Avant-Garde Profile: The basin and pedestal flow together with clean, purposeful lines that emphasise form and shadow, a hallmark of French industrial design in the 1960s and 70s.

• 1-Tap Hole Configuration: The basin features a single central tap hole, making it compatible with modern mono-mixer taps for a streamlined, uncluttered appearance.

• Orchid Glaze: This specific light purple hue is notoriously difficult to source. It provides a serene, sophisticated “pop” of colour that pairs beautifully with chrome, silver, or matte white hardware.

Condition: Immaculate

Finding imported vintage ceramics in this state is a significant rarity:

• Pristine Quality: Both the basin and pedestal are in immaculate condition, appearing almost as if they have never been used.

• Flawless Ceramic: We have verified that there are no chips, cracks, or crazing anywhere on either piece.

• High-Gloss Finish: The vitreous china has been professionally cleaned and polished, retaining its original smooth and reflective Orchid lustre.

Why Choose an Orchid Basin & Pedestal?

The orchid basin & pedestal is the ultimate choice for a homeowner or designer looking for something truly unique. Because this set was likely imported from France, it carries an air of exclusivity that standard UK-made suites cannot match. It is the ideal centrepiece for a modernist bathroom renovation where architectural form and rare colour take centre stage.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Likely Selles (Imported from France)

• Style: Mid-Century Modern

• Colour: Orchid (Light Purple)

• Configuration: 1-Tap Hole (1TH)

• Construction: Premium Vitreous China

Safe and Secure Delivery

Shipping rare, imported ceramics requires expert care to preserve their immaculate condition. We offer secure delivery at an extra cost, utilising reinforced, high-impact packaging to ensure your French Orchid suite arrives safely. Alternatively, collection is available from our workshop.

Need a Specific Match?

If you can’t find the exact item you’re looking for online, please get in touch. Our warehouse holds hundreds of unlisted pieces from heritage British manufacturers like Armitage Shanks, Royal Doulton, Twyfords, Shires, and Ideal Standard.

Specialists in Discontinued Colours

We stock an extensive range of rare bathroom shades from the 1950s through to the 1990s. Whether you need a 1980s Heather Pink or a 1990s Peach, we can help you find the perfect replacement.

Our inventory includes popular and rare tones such as:

• Classic Pinks: Flamingo, Orchid, Chiffon, and Rose Water.
• Retro Greens: Avocado, Pampas, Sage, and Apple Blossom.
• Vintage Blues: Bermuda Blue, Sky Blue, and Caspian.
• Earth & Neutrals: Indian Ivory, Champagne, Pergamon, and Harvest Gold.
• The “Whisper” Range: Available in Apricot, Blue, Cream, Green, Grey, Peach, and Pink.

Looking for a specific shade like Penthouse, Twilight, or Bali? Get In Touch — we likely have the exact match in our unlisted stock.