18/08/2026
Fabulous piece of French country pottery from our latest haul of treasures.
A very early 19th century Cruche de tate translating to "head jug" or 'Dourne'. For carring water from the well back home on the person's head.
Very Southern French this one from the Languedoc - Tarn regions. Their unique shape and structure set them apart from standard French country pottery.
This one is totally unglazed to allow the water to seep through the very thin Tarracotta and evaporate, keeping the water cool.
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