Antique French Stoneware Bonbonne Jar

A large 19th century French stoneware bonbonne, with twin loop handles and an unusual side pouring spout.

Made from substantial buff stoneware with a honey coloured salt glaze, the jar has a tall rounded body, narrow rolled neck and two applied handles. One handle carries an impressed capacity mark. The addition of the small side spout is particularly unusual and points to its original use as a practical vessel for storing and dispensing liquids, likely oil, wine or water.

A very good example of French provincial pottery, with a simple utilitarian form and plenty of evidence of its original use. At 41cm high it is a substantial piece and works particularly well displayed on the floor, on a hearth or on a large table or shelf.

The jar is solid and intact, with surface wear, glaze variation and marks throughout consistent with its age. Please refer closely to the photographs for condition.