{"product_id":"antique-french-provincial-stoneware-storage-bottle","title":"Antique French Provincial Stoneware Storage Bottle","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003eAntique French Provincial Stoneware Storage Bottles\u003c\/strong\u003e are beautifully understated decorative antiques, each handcrafted in rural France during the \u003cstrong\u003elate nineteenth to early twentieth century, circa 1880–1920\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eDimensions\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs these are authentic antique bottles, dimensions vary slightly between examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" style=\"width: 99.921%; height: 58.8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\" style=\"width: 42.7828%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eMeasurement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\" style=\"width: 54.3713%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eApproximate Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 42.7828%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.3713%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eVaries 31-33cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 42.7828%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eDiameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.3713%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eVaries 17-19cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Please refer to the individual product selection for exact dimensions.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Original French Provincial stoneware storage bottle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Late nineteenth to early twentieth century (circa 1880–1920)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Hand-thrown using traditional pottery techniques\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Beautiful naturally weathered glazes and authentic patina\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Originally used for storing wine, cider, oils and vinegar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Timeless decorative object for shelves, consoles and dressers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Perfect for country homes, Belgian interiors and modern rustic styling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthentic Antique Character\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing Your Bottle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for \u003cstrong\u003eone Antique French Provincial Stoneware Storage Bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach bottle is an authentic antique and will be \u003cstrong\u003ecarefully selected at random\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Kitchen shelving\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Pantry styling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Console tables\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Kitchen dressers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Glazed cabinets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Coffee tables\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Belgian-inspired interiors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Country homes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Farmhouse kitchens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Barn conversions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDust regularly with a soft, dry cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf required, wipe gently with a damp cloth before drying thoroughly. These bottles are intended as decorative antiques and should be handled with appropriate care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow old are these bottles?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey date from approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1880–1920\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat were they originally used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey were used throughout rural France for storing wine, cider, vinegar, olive oil, spirits and other household liquids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre they handmade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Every bottle was individually hand-thrown using traditional stoneware techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill I receive the exact bottle shown?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Home Barn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58358546825480,"sku":"provincialbottle","price":145.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/8405\/6584\/files\/3647313D-3256-4FDA-A28F-15D8D9141EFA_1_105_c.jpg?v=1785851232","url":"https:\/\/homebarnshop.co.uk\/products\/antique-french-provincial-stoneware-storage-bottle","provider":"Home Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}