{"product_id":"vintage-rowntrees-wood-chocolate-shapes","title":"Vintage Rowntrees wood chocolate shapes","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the unique charm of our Vintage Hand-Carved Chocolate Shapes, elegantly presented in a beautiful square box frame. These intricate pieces are part of the esteemed collection of Brian Solitt (1938-2013), the renowned head confectioner at Rowntrees, known for his exceptional contributions to the confectionery world, including the creation of the iconic After Eight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrian Solitt's legacy extends over 53 years at Rowntrees in York, where he developed numerous chocolate products. These hand-carved shapes, ranging in size from 1.2 cm to 4 cm, were likely used in the design process for new chocolate boxes or for planning the arrangement of chocolates in production. Each piece, available in frames measuring 28.5 x 28.5 cm (with an option of white or black frames), is a testament to craftsmanship and attention to detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chocolates, either in their natural wood state or painted in shades of greyish silver or brown, are unique, with many numbered on the back in pencil. Owning one of these frames with chocolate shapes means holding a piece of confectionery history, perfect for collectors and chocolate enthusiasts alike\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e***\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNatalia says \" these collectables make lovely decorative pieces for a coffee table or to hang on the wall\".\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eplease note more will be in stock soon- let me know if you would like to be on the waiting list. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Natalia Willmott","offers":[{"title":"no1","offer_id":63963450999161,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"No2","offer_id":63963451031929,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"No3","offer_id":63963451064697,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"No4","offer_id":63963451097465,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1125\/8278\/files\/img0436Low_Res.jpg?v=1783920548","url":"https:\/\/nataliawillmott.co.uk\/products\/vintage-rowntrees-wood-chocolate-shapes","provider":"Natalia Willmott","version":"1.0","type":"link"}