{"product_id":"french-antique-terracotta-vessel-ponne-south-west-france","title":"French Antique Terracotta Vessel (Ponne), South West France","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 South West region  of France 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 33 cm \/ 12.9\" high and 33 cm \/ 12.9\" 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\"\u003eHandmade in coarse earthenware, this piece has a strong, weighty form with thick walls and a wide opening. The surface shows a naturally aged patina, with variations in tone across the clay, from warm terracotta to deeper earthy browns. Subtle marks from the making and years of use add to its character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1604\" data-start=\"1448\"\u003eNow, this terracotta vessel makes a striking architectural statement indoors or out. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSourced in: \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: Warm terracotta and a\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eged 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: 12.9\" \/ 33cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eWidth: 12.9\" \/ 33cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eCondition: There is some damage to the rim. There is natural wear and aging commensurate with it's history and use. 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":57681833853273,"sku":"712","price":650.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/1145\/0969\/files\/712g_French_antique_earthenware_pot_ponne.jpg?v=1774755195","url":"https:\/\/lamaisondebelasyse.com\/nl\/products\/french-antique-terracotta-vessel-ponne-south-west-france","provider":"La Maison de Belasyse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}