{"product_id":"early-19th-century-french-saint-jean-de-fos-three-handled-cruche-de-barque-working-stiffs-collection","title":"Early 19th Century French Saint-Jean-de-Fos Three-Handled Cruche de Barque | Working Stiffs Collection","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"12ivgw2\" data-start=\"1007\" data-end=\"1059\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eGiving a beautiful future to pieces with a past.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1124\"\u003eSome antiques tell their story quietly. Others wear it proudly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1126\" data-end=\"1486\"\u003eThis remarkable early 19th century \u003cstrong data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003eCruche de Barque\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known locally as an \u003cstrong data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1217\"\u003eOrjol\u003c\/strong\u003e, comes from the historic pottery village of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003eSaint-Jean-de-Fos\u003c\/strong\u003e in the Languedoc region of southern France. Handmade between \u003cstrong data-start=\"1345\" data-end=\"1362\"\u003e1820 and 1840\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is a superb example of the practical village pottery once used every day for carrying, cooling and pouring fresh water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1592\"\u003ePart of our \u003cstrong data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1529\"\u003eWorking Stiffs Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is pottery that earned every mark through honest labour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1970\" class=\"\"\u003eIts beautifully balanced \u003cstrong data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003ethree handle design\u003c\/strong\u003e wasn't decorative; it was ingenious. The two side handles allowed the heavy vessel to be lifted securely with both hands, while the rear handle acted as a pivot when pouring. This arrangement also made it easy to secure on carts, pack animals or riverboats crossing the Hérault River, giving rise to the name \u003cem data-start=\"1951\" data-end=\"1969\"\u003eCruche de Barque\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1972\" data-end=\"2403\"\u003eThe rich emerald green copper glaze flowing over the upper half is the unmistakable signature of Saint-Jean-de-Fos. Inside, the pot is finished with a warm mustard-yellow glaze, deliberately chosen so sediment suspended in the water could be easily seen. Beneath the glaze, the unglazed terracotta body remained porous enough to cool its contents naturally through evaporation, a beautifully simple piece of traditional engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2405\" data-end=\"2773\"\u003eTime has softened the glaze, revealing gentle areas of exposed terracotta that only enhance its wonderful character. Around the rim is an authentic \u003cstrong data-start=\"2553\" data-end=\"2570\"\u003eéclat d'usage, \u003c\/strong\u003ea historic chip earned through decades of everyday use drawing water from wells and stone sinks. Rather than detracting from the piece, it stands as an honest reminder of the life this vessel has lived.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2775\" data-end=\"2966\"\u003eToday it makes an exceptional decorative statement, equally at home filled with olive branches, standing alone as sculptural pottery, or displayed amongst other early French country antiques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2775\" data-end=\"2966\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2775\" data-end=\"2966\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight     \u003c\/strong\u003e13 inches 33 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2775\" data-end=\"2966\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth       \u003c\/strong\u003e13.5 inches 34.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1uef3h1\" data-start=\"3016\" data-end=\"3029\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eCondition\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3031\" data-end=\"3090\"\u003eExcellent antique condition with expected age-related wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3092\" data-end=\"3163\"\u003eHistoric rim \u003cstrong data-start=\"3105\" data-end=\"3122\"\u003eéclat d'usage\u003c\/strong\u003e (chip from generations of everyday use).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3165\" data-end=\"3253\"\u003eMinor glaze wear and surface rubbing consistent with a working vessel of over 180 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3255\" data-end=\"3297\"\u003eStrong, stable and beautifully decorative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ht0ixm\" data-start=\"3304\" data-end=\"3349\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003ePart of our \u003cstrong data-start=\"3320\" data-end=\"3349\"\u003eWorking Stiffs Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3351\" data-end=\"3448\"\u003eSome of the most beautiful objects in our collection are those that have lived the hardest lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3450\" data-end=\"3742\"\u003eThese are the confit pots, olive jars, village-made vessels and country pottery that were repaired, reused and treasured rather than discarded. Their worn glazes, historic repairs and working scars are not imperfections—they are reminders that craftsmanship was once valued above convenience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3744\" data-end=\"3780\"\u003eEach piece has earned its character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3782\" data-end=\"3815\"\u003eEach deserves a beautiful future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"2uu2d6\" data-start=\"3822\" data-end=\"3834\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eDelivery\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3836\" data-end=\"4025\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1iph1lp\" data-start=\"3836\" data-end=\"3861\"\u003eUK Delivery: \u003cstrong data-start=\"3851\" data-end=\"3861\"\u003e£11.00\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1s95x0g\" data-start=\"3862\" data-end=\"3917\"\u003eClick \u0026amp; Collect available from our Cheshire showroom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14uy9em\" data-start=\"3918\" data-end=\"4025\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping Notice:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to the fragile nature and unique artisanal importance of our 19th century pottery, these items are currently available for UK Shipping only to ensure they arrive safely. However, our Antique French Linens and other items remain available for Worldwide Delivery.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"db74uw\" data-start=\"5951\" data-end=\"5980\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eABOUT DUSTY GEMS INTERIORS\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5982\" data-end=\"6180\"\u003eAt \u003cstrong data-start=\"5985\" data-end=\"6009\"\u003eDusty Gems Interiors\u003c\/strong\u003e, we specialise in authentic French country antiques and rustic European decorative pieces, carefully chosen for their craftsmanship, character and honest working history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6182\" data-end=\"6406\"\u003eOur carefully curated collection has supplied original antiques to \u003cstrong data-start=\"6249\" data-end=\"6279\"\u003eThe Great British Bake Off\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"6281\" data-end=\"6294\"\u003eOutlander\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"6296\" data-end=\"6328\"\u003eThe Great Pottery Throw Down\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"6330\" data-end=\"6371\"\u003eJohnny Vegas: Little Shop of Antiques\u003c\/strong\u003e, and West End theatre productions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6408\" data-end=\"6460\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"6408\" data-end=\"6460\"\u003eGiving a beautiful future to pieces with a past.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6462\" data-end=\"6529\"\u003eVisit our 1,000 sq ft showroom in Cheshire, open seven days a week.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dusty Gems 1","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47951141273758,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0087\/3984\/8251\/files\/cr2.jpg?v=1783508291","url":"https:\/\/dustygemsinteriors.co.uk\/products\/early-19th-century-french-saint-jean-de-fos-three-handled-cruche-de-barque-working-stiffs-collection","provider":"Dusty Gems 1 ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}