{"product_id":"french-antique-terracotta-pot-ponne-early-19th-century-south-west-france","title":"French Antique Terracotta Pot (Ponne) – Early 19th Century, South West France 14.9\"","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"499\" data-start=\"373\"\u003eAn early 19th century French antique terracotta pot, known as a \u003cem data-end=\"420\" data-start=\"413\"\u003eponne\u003c\/em\u003e (salting pot), sourced in the Bordeaux region and likely Charentais in origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"814\" data-start=\"501\"\u003eTraditionally used for preserving meat in salt or brine, these broad clay vessels were an essential part of rural domestic life across South West France. Their generous rounded form and thick rolled rim were designed for durability, often covered with cloth or parchment and kept cool in a pantry or cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1054\" data-start=\"816\"\u003eThis clay salting pot stands at 38 cm \/ 14.9\" high and 32 cm \/ 12.6\" wide. It has a particularly sculptural form, with a rounded body rising to a thick rolled rim and a simple incised band beneath the shoulder. The surface has developed a beautifully weathered patina over time, with areas of natural wear. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1387\" data-start=\"1056\"\u003eThe interior of this earthenware jar partially retains its original green glaze, while the exterior has developed a soft, timeworn surface with natural tonal variation. At some point in its life, drainage holes were added to the base so that it could be repurposed as a planter, a common and practical adaptation that allows it to continue functioning beautifully today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1604\" data-start=\"1448\"\u003eNow, this terracotta vessel makes a striking architectural statement indoors or out. It is equally at home beside a fireplace, in a hallway, or planted with a small olive or citrus tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSourced in: \u003cem\u003eThe Bordeaux area, \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eSouth West France\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eEarly 19th Century\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eTerracotta\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes it special: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eIts rounded shape and aged patina\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eFrench Antique Terracotta Pot or Ponne Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eHeight: 14.9\" \/ 38cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eWidth: 12.6\" \/ 32cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eCondition: There is natural wear and aging commensurate with it's history and use. A drainage hole has been added at some point in its life so it can be used as a planter. Please refer to the images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eWe have more antique French pottery for sale \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lamaisondebelasyse.com\/collections\/ceramics\" title=\"Antique French Pottery\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Maison de Belasyse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57300557037913,"sku":"678","price":650.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/1145\/0969\/files\/618f_French_antique_terracotta_vessel_or_ponne.jpg?v=1771959583","url":"https:\/\/lamaisondebelasyse.com\/fr\/products\/french-antique-terracotta-pot-ponne-early-19th-century-south-west-france","provider":"La Maison de Belasyse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}