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19th Century French Confit Pot Small - Yellow Glazed Rustic Earthenware Vessel
19th Century French Confit Pot Small - Yellow Glazed Rustic Earthenware Vessel
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Heavily worked French confit pot with deep, unfiltered surface — this is as raw as they come.
Description
A late 19th century French confit pot with strong, uncompromised wear across the body.
The upper section carries a traditional yellow glaze, now worn and marked through years of use. The lower half is heavily weathered with deep patina, mineral staining, and surface erosion consistent with long-term storage — likely partially buried, as was typical.
The glaze line is irregular and broken, with areas of loss that expose the clay beneath. This is not a decorative piece — it reads exactly as it should: used, aged, and untouched.
Compact proportions with a wide, open mouth and solid base.
No repairs noted. Condition reflects age and use.
Provenance / Age
France, late 19th century
Provincial utility ware (confit preservation)
Dimensions
• Height: 12 cm
• Top diameter: 11 cm
• Widest point: 13 cm
• Base diameter: 7 cm
Styling notes
• Best used as a texture piece rather than a functional vessel
• Works in contrast — pair with cleaner ceramics or linen
• Strong in kitchen settings, open shelving, or layered tablescapes
• Leave empty or with something minimal — this is about surface, not filling
Why this one
Most confit pots on the market are cleaned back or selectively aged. This hasn’t been softened or “improved” — the wear is deep, irregular, and completely honest. If you want something that actually reads as old, this is it.


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