{"product_id":"antique-large-alsace-stoneware-crock","title":"Antique Large Alsace Stoneware Crock","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eAn antique salt-glazed stoneware crock found in Alsace, likely originating from the Alsace region circa late 19th to early 20th century. This substantial piece is crafted from heavy grey stoneware, featuring a wide-mouthed cylindrical form flanked by two robust, hand-molded lug handles. The front is decorated with a vivid, freehand cobalt blue slip design depicting traditional regional stylized floral or avian motifs, which contrasts against the characteristic orange-peel texture of the salt glaze. Historically, large crocks of this volume were indispensable in rural European households for long-term food preservation, particularly for fermenting sauerkraut, brining meats, or storing winter root vegetables.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Amaranth","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58180055007577,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/4007\/9961\/files\/48-IMG_6979.jpg?v=1780260211","url":"https:\/\/maisonamaranth.com\/products\/antique-large-alsace-stoneware-crock","provider":"Maison Amaranth","version":"1.0","type":"link"}