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A Marvelous French Porquier- Beau Quimper Salt Container

$ 441.4

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Material: Pottery
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
  • Object Type: Salt Container
  • Color: Multi-Color
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Style: French
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted

    Description

    A marvelous French Porquier-Beau salt container with two Bretons having a picnic. There are lizards as handles and the piece stands on three scrolled feet. The armorial of Brittany is in front with a demi - shell. All surrounded by a blue on soft blue decor riche border.The piece comes with the origional galvanized insert for the salt. This is the only salt container I have ever seen.It would make a lovely show piece in your home.
    Height: 11.4 inches
    Width: 9.8 inches at widest point.
    Mark : See Photo
    Age : 1875-1904
    Condition: Very Good.Minor wear. A minor repair on the rear of the shell caused by salt deterioration.Rarely can the salt containers be found because the salt corroded them. The repair is a good one but it can be seen.There is only minor wear on the piece.