Vintage Salt-Glazed Stoneware Crock
Vintage Salt-Glazed Stoneware Crock
France
~1930
French Provincial
Vintage
A vintage salt-glazed stoneware crock from early to mid-20th century salt-glazed stoneware crock found in Alsace, representing a long-standing tradition of utilitarian farmhouse pottery. This petite, robust vessel was historically used for storing pantry staples like jam, honey, or lard in the rural Alsatian kitchen. The thick, salt-glazed walls—distinguished by their subtle "orange-peel" texture—provided a natural, non-porous barrier to keep contents fresh. Featuring a simple, hand-thrown silhouette and warm, earthy tones, this crock is a classic example of functional folk art that has survived the transition from 19th-century methods into the mid-20th century.
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ABOUT THIS PIECE
ABOUT THIS PIECE
Size (cm): 10.7 x 9.8 x 9.8 cm
Size (in): 4.2 x 3.9 x 3.9 in
Weight (g): 502.0 g
Weight (oz): 17.7 oz
Material(s): Stoneware
IN YOUR HOME
IN YOUR HOME
At Maison Amaranth, we love this small confit pot on a kitchen counter filled with a cluster of well-worn wooden utensils, echoing its culinary past. It also sits beautifully in an open cupboard, where its creamy glaze offers a clean, neutral contrast against warm wood tones and dried botanical arrangements.
A NOTE ON CHARACTER
A NOTE ON CHARACTER
Each piece shows the gentle marks of time, adding to its character. Photos reflect the condition; variations may occur. All sales are final. Every curve and imperfection tells a story — a testament to the Maison Amaranth ethos of bringing objects with soul into your home.