{"product_id":"french-olive-confit-pot","title":"19th-Century Antique French Grey Glazed Confit Pot","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an authentic,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e large-format antique French earthenware confit pot,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e sourced directly from a French dealer at the prestigious Ardingly Antiques Fair.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This specific pot (pictured in the foreground) features the classic rustic silhouette and dual lug handles typical of traditional French preserving vessels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It is covered in a deep,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e glossy,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e olive-green glaze that leans toward grey,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e characteristic of the highest quality stoneware from the South of France.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorically used to store meats preserved in fat,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e this pot boasts a substantial weight and rich patina.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e While perfect for its historical context,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e it makes an exceptional decorative statement in a contemporary kitchen or a rustic farmhouse setting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for holding large kitchen utensils,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e dried botanicals,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or simply as a sculptural antique piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTotal Width (Handle to Handle):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 28 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAperture (Opening):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 24 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 23 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e South of France (19th Century) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"39\"\u003eSource:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Acquired at Ardingly Antiques Fair\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Excellent antique condition with minor surface wear,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e glaze variations,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and signs of age consistent with its functional history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Please review images for detail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attachment-container unknown\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eShipping Worldwide - Please contact us for a quote\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Vintage Midcentury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54181139743048,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/8677\/4344\/files\/IMG_6482.jpg?v=1790851109","url":"https:\/\/vintagemidcentury.co.uk\/products\/french-olive-confit-pot","provider":"Vintage Midcentury","version":"1.0","type":"link"}