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Large 19th Century Confit Pot - Yellow 14½"

SKU: 16162
Sale priceUS$369

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This classic French confit pot is from south west France and dates from the late nineteenth century. Note the pretty tapered base that is unglazed. Confit pots were half-glazed for two reasons. Firstly to stop rodents being able to grip onto the surface of the pot and help themselves to the contents. Secondly, they were glazed inside and the top half of the outside to keep the pot cool through evaporation. Pots were often buried in the ground of the cellar to preserve the contents - usually meat that was sealed with a layer of fat. Note the timeworn pitting and ware on the outside.  

Condition and patina consistent with age.
Approx. overall 14½" high x 13½" wide w/ handle x 10¾" diameter
Approx. overall 37cm high x 34cm wide w/ handle x 27cm diameter

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