{"product_id":"set-of-6-vintage-belgian-french-enamel-kitchen-canisters-extra-dur-stamp-red-white-striped","title":"Set of 6 Vintage Belgian \/ French Enamel Kitchen Canisters \/ 'Extra Dur' Stamp \/ Red \u0026 White Striped","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSet of 6 Vintage Belgian \/ French Enamel Kitchen Canisters \/ 'Extra Dur' Stamp \/ Red \u0026amp; White Striped\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rare complete set of six vintage enamel storage canisters (\u003ci\u003eboîtes à épices\u003c\/i\u003e), stamped \u003cb\u003e\"Extra Dur - Belgium\"\u003c\/b\u003e on the undersides. Featuring a crisp white enamel finish decorated with bold crimson-red horizontal bands and clean typography, this set includes a full progression of French kitchen labels: \u003cb\u003eSUCRE\u003c\/b\u003e (Sugar), \u003cb\u003eFARINE\u003c\/b\u003e (Flour), \u003cb\u003eCAFE\u003c\/b\u003e (Coffee), \u003cb\u003ePATES (\u003c\/b\u003ePasta), \u003cb\u003eCHICOREE\u003c\/b\u003e (Chicory), and \u003cb\u003ePOIVRE\u003c\/b\u003e (Pepper). Made by renowned Belgian enamelworks for the French domestic market, each canister is topped with a matching domed lid featuring an integrated knob. Sourced directly from a French dealer, the set nests neatly together when unlidded and offers vibrant vintage character for open dressers, shelving, or countertops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePROVENANCE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrivate UK Collection; acquired from a French antiques dealer at Ardingly Antiques Fair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSTORY\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelgian enamel manufacturers like Emailleries de Saint-Servais were celebrated across Europe for their superior durability, stamping their top-tier kitchen lines \"Extra Dur\" (Extra Durable). Produced for French homes in the mid-20th century, these red-and-white striped sets remain among the most iconic and sought-after styles of European enamelware. Finding a complete, matching six-piece set bearing its original maker's mark and all matching lids intact is increasingly rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCONDITION REPORT\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood vintage condition with appropriate age-related character. The enamel surfaces retain a bright gloss with sharp, legible red lettering. Maker's stamp \u003cb\u003e\"Extra Dur - Belgium\"\u003c\/b\u003e clearly visible on the base. As expected with vintage enamelware, there are light enamel chips and minor surface oxidation around the rim edges and lid undersides, adding to their authentic history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMEASUREMENTS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLargest Canister (Sucre):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 15 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth: 13 cm (diameter)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmallest Canister (Poivre):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 10 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth: 7.5 cm (diameter)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDELIVERY\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorldwide delivery available. Please contact us with your postcode or ZIP code for a delivery quotation. Specialist insured delivery can be arranged for furniture, fine art and antiques throughout the UK and internationally.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage Midcentury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53989186371912,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/8677\/4344\/files\/6_ceramic_canisters_with_French_labels.jpg?v=1788533961","url":"https:\/\/vintagemidcentury.co.uk\/products\/set-of-6-vintage-belgian-french-enamel-kitchen-canisters-extra-dur-stamp-red-white-striped","provider":"Vintage Midcentury","version":"1.0","type":"link"}