Bring a piece of French culinary history into your kitchen with the Poterie Renault Vintage French Salt Glaze Stoneware Soup Crock. Handcrafted in the Loire Valley, this generously sized crock is perfect for serving hearty soups and stews or for holding your favorite kitchen utensils on display. Its rustic elegance and durable design make it a cherished addition to any kitchen, blending both practicality and beauty in equal measure.

For five generations, the Renault family lovingly crafted their exquisite stoneware from the rich, local clay of the Loire Valley. Though the pottery studio’s doors have now closed and the kilns that once burned so brightly are silent, their legacy lives on in these authentic, unused pieces. Each one tells the story of the French kitchen—a place of warmth, tradition, and togetherness. This limited collection of handmade vintage stoneware is a rare glimpse into that cherished heritage. Once these timeless treasures are gone, a piece of French history goes with them, never to be made again.

Key Features:

• Poterie Renault: A Story of Artisanal Craftsmanship: Each piece of pottery was hand-turned and hand-finished using traditional techniques passed down through the centuries. 
• Unique Salt Glaze Finish: The signature salt glaze, formed by adding sea salt to the kilns at the peak of the firing process, results in a durable, non-porous finish with natural variations in color and texture. This ancient technique also provides excellent insulation, keeping your soups warm for longer.
• Authentic, Unused Vintage Stock: When the Renault family closed up shop years ago, they left the remaining inventory sleeping in the storehouse behind the family chateau. This limited supply of rare treasures is what we are now able to offer to our amazing community. It is the last of its kind—once it's gone, these timeless relics of French heritage will be gone forever.

The Poterie Renault Soup Crock is more than just a functional piece; it’s a testament to French artistry and culinary tradition. Whether on the table or displayed on your countertop, this rare vintage crock will become a beloved heirloom for years to come.

Product Details:

• Volume: 24 ounces
• Dimensions: approximately 3-3/4" H x 6" W with handle (4-1/4" opening)
• Sold Individually
• Vintage Stock | Very limited supply available 
• Made in France
• Each soup crock is a one-of-a-kind piece of artistic expression and may differ from the images shown here. Variations of forms, colors, tones, glaze, finish + textures will occur.