Antique French Provincial Stoneware Storage Bottle
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DELIVERY
We want every part of your Home Barn experience to feel as carefully considered as the items you choose. From the moment you place your order, we'll take care of every detail, selecting the most appropriate delivery service to ensure your purchase arrives safely, efficiently and ready to enjoy.
PARCEL DELIVERY
Smaller items are dispatched with DPD, providing a fast and reliable nationwide service.
· Small Parcel – £6
· Medium Parcel – £12
· Large Parcel – £20
· Extra Large Parcel – £40
Most parcel orders are delivered within two working days of placing your order.
SPECIALIST FURNITURE DELIVERY AS STANDARD
Larger, heavier or more delicate pieces are delivered by our trusted specialist furniture couriers, who are experienced in transporting quality furniture with the care and attention it deserves.
· Large Furniture Item – £65
· Extra Large Furniture Item – £95
Most mainland UK furniture deliveries are completed within 7–14 working days of placing your order.
Once your order has been received, we'll confirm everything by email before our delivery partner contacts you directly to arrange a convenient delivery date.
Our specialist furniture delivery service is carried out by a dedicated one-person furniture courier.
To help ensure a smooth delivery, we kindly ask that a capable adult is available to assist the driver with larger furniture items where required. Delivery is made to the ground-floor entrance of your property.
Many of our customers find this service quick, efficient and an excellent value option for larger furniture deliveries.
PREMIUM TWO-PERSON DELIVERY / ASSEMBLY
For complete peace of mind, we also offer a premium two-person delivery / assembly service on many of our larger furniture pieces.
Our experienced team will carefully deliver your furniture, position it in the room of your choice and professionally assemble it where applicable, leaving you free to simply enjoy your new purchase.
Two-Person Delivery / Assembly – £80 extra per delivery
(Available on selected products.)
SELF-ASSEMBLY
Some furniture, including selected dining tables, is supplied flat-packed to ensure safe transportation. Where self-assembly is required, comprehensive instructions and all necessary fittings are included, making assembly straightforward.
DELIVERY CHARGES
Delivery charges are automatically calculated at checkout, allowing you to review the cost before confirming your order.
SCOTLAND & OFFSHORE LOCATIONS
We're delighted to deliver throughout most of mainland UK.
For deliveries to the Scottish Highlands, Scottish Islands, Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland and other offshore UK islands, please contact us before placing your order. We'll be pleased to provide a personalised delivery quotation based on your location and the items you've chosen.
Simply email info@homebarnshop.co.uk with your postcode and shopping basket.
INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS
Although we do not currently offer international delivery directly, we're always happy to work with specialist international shipping companies arranged by our overseas customers.
If you require a recommendation, we'd be delighted to suggest trusted international furniture shipping partners.
COLLECTING YOUR ORDER
You're very welcome to collect eligible purchases from our Marlow, Buckinghamshire showroom during our normal opening hours.
As some items are stored at separate warehouse locations, we recommend contacting us before travelling so we can ensure your order is prepared and ready for collection.
Please note that large furniture and bulky items are available by delivery only.
Our Antique French Provincial Stoneware Storage Bottles are beautifully understated decorative antiques, each handcrafted in rural France during the late nineteenth to early twentieth century, circa 1880–1920.
Originally created as everyday storage vessels, they would have been used to transport and store wine, cider, vinegar, olive oil and other household provisions. Made from high-fired stoneware, these bottles were designed to withstand decades of daily use, and today they retain the rich patina, softly weathered glazes and honest character that only genuine antiques can offer.
Hand-thrown by skilled potters, every bottle displays subtle variations in shape, colour and glaze, reflecting the traditional firing methods of the French countryside. Their quiet, sculptural forms have made them favourites with interior designers, where they sit effortlessly within contemporary country homes, Belgian-inspired interiors and relaxed modern rustic spaces.
Whether styled individually or grouped together on open shelving, a console table, kitchen dresser or within a glazed cabinet, these authentic French bottles bring warmth, texture and over a century of history into the home.
Dimensions
As these are authentic antique bottles, dimensions vary slightly between examples.
| Measurement | Approximate Size |
|---|---|
| Height | Varies 31-33cm |
| Diameter | Varies 17-19cm |
(Please refer to the individual product selection for exact dimensions.)
Why You'll Love It
• Original French Provincial stoneware storage bottle
• Late nineteenth to early twentieth century (circa 1880–1920)
• Hand-thrown using traditional pottery techniques
• Beautiful naturally weathered glazes and authentic patina
• Originally used for storing wine, cider, oils and vinegar
• Timeless decorative object for shelves, consoles and dressers
• Perfect for country homes, Belgian interiors and modern rustic styling
Authentic Antique Character
Each bottle has acquired its own rich patina through more than a century of everyday use. Natural variations in glaze, firing marks, colour and surface texture are all part of its authentic history and contribute to the quiet beauty that makes antique French stoneware so desirable today.
Choosing Your Bottle
This listing is for one Antique French Provincial Stoneware Storage Bottle.
Each bottle is an authentic antique and will be carefully selected at random from our collection. Every example dates from the same period and shares the same beautifully understated French Provincial character shown in our photographs. As each bottle was individually hand-thrown over a century ago, subtle variations in glaze, colour, proportions and historic wear should be expected and celebrated. These natural differences are part of what makes antique stoneware so sought after, ensuring every bottle has its own character while remaining true to the style you see here.
Perfect For
• Kitchen shelving
• Pantry styling
• Console tables
• Kitchen dressers
• Glazed cabinets
• Coffee tables
• Belgian-inspired interiors
• Country homes
• Farmhouse kitchens
• Barn conversions
Materials & Construction
Each bottle is handcrafted from high-fired stoneware using traditional wheel-thrown techniques. Fired at exceptionally high temperatures, the clay became naturally dense and waterproof, creating durable vessels designed to last for generations.
Care Guide
Dust regularly with a soft, dry cloth.
If required, wipe gently with a damp cloth before drying thoroughly. These bottles are intended as decorative antiques and should be handled with appropriate care.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old are these bottles?
They date from approximately 1880–1920.
What were they originally used for?
They were used throughout rural France for storing wine, cider, vinegar, olive oil, spirits and other household liquids.
Are they handmade?
Yes. Every bottle was individually hand-thrown using traditional stoneware techniques.
Will I receive the exact bottle shown?
No. Your bottle will be carefully selected from our collection. Each shares the same age, quality and overall style, while displaying its own individual glaze, colour and historic character.