French vintage part glazed stoneware confit jar. These stoneware containers were used to store meat such as duck & pork in fat (confit) in the days prior to refrigeration. They are made from heavy thick clay as they were designed to be stored outside so had to survive winter frosts. This pot is a beautiful deep, rich, earthy brown. It is part glazed & you can see unglazed parts at the base of the pot. Beautiful old rustic patina, this beautiful jar looks great as a stand alone centerpiece or maybe as a flower vase, artist studio vase, planter, there are just lots of uses. Essential farmhouse decor height 17 cm, width 15 cm , or approx 7 x 6 Condition - Signs of age & use. in good condition , remains in solid watertight & useable condition - see photos. Your purchase will be carefully packaged & shipped with shipping details within 3 working days. French Stoneware Confit Pot, Country Kitchen Jar, Garden Planter, Grain Pot, Artist Flower Vase