{"product_id":"desvres-canister-set","title":"Vintage Gabriel Fourmaintraux Desvres Café Sucre Thé Canister Set – French Pottery","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"1162\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA vintage French brocante find, this charming three-piece Gabriel Fourmaintraux kitchen canister set was made in Desvres in northern France and comprises matching jars for Café, Sucre and Thé — Coffee, Sugar and Tea.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003eEach lidded ceramic jar features the colourful rustic decoration associated with Desvres pottery, with stylised blue flowers, olive-green foliage, warm orange and brown detailing, a distinctive blue fence motif and contrasting dark brown ceramic lids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1746\"\u003eThe undersides carry the handwritten “G.F. Fait Main” mark associated with Gabriel Fourmaintraux of Desvres, with “Fait Main” translating as “handmade”. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003eAn interesting feature of the set is its graduated sizing. The Café jar is the largest, Sucre sits in the middle and Thé is the smallest. This reflects the importance of coffee in traditional French daily life, while tea historically played a much smaller role in France than it did in Britain. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"2062\" data-content-reference-end=\"2104\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2086\" data-end=\"2271\"\u003ePersonally sourced at a traditional French brocante, this is a particularly attractive complete matching set for a kitchen dresser, pantry shelf or collection of French vintage pottery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1iz91iu\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2273\" data-end=\"2289\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2291\" data-end=\"2956\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ndux8g\" data-start=\"2291\" data-end=\"2331\"\u003eAuthentic vintage French brocante find\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ecvpbi\" data-start=\"2332\" data-end=\"2373\"\u003eMatching set of three kitchen canisters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"r33s5c\" data-start=\"2374\" data-end=\"2405\"\u003eGabriel Fourmaintraux pottery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xnv5yd\" data-start=\"2406\" data-end=\"2440\"\u003eMade in Desvres, northern France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9yo7b2\" data-start=\"2441\" data-end=\"2492\"\u003eHandwritten \u003cstrong data-start=\"2455\" data-end=\"2473\"\u003eG.F. Fait Main\u003c\/strong\u003e marks to the bases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jz6er4\" data-start=\"2493\" data-end=\"2531\"\u003e“Fait Main” translates as “handmade”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zrzy1a\" data-start=\"2532\" data-end=\"2577\"\u003eTraditional glazed French faïence \/ ceramic\u003cstrong data-start=\"2580\" data-end=\"2597\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"32rcvh\" data-start=\"2634\" data-end=\"2663\"\u003eGraduated three-size design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"u6xa5h\" data-start=\"2664\" data-end=\"2689\"\u003eCafé jar is the largest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ybghm\" data-start=\"2690\" data-end=\"2715\"\u003eThé jar is the smallest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"u6rrj4\" data-start=\"2716\" data-end=\"2765\"\u003eHand-decorated rustic floral and foliate motifs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15ezibw\" data-start=\"2862\" data-end=\"2894\"\u003eContrasting original brown ceramic lids\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15php3y\" data-start=\"2921\" data-end=\"2945\"\u003eGood vintage condition with no cracks or chips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"bpec4l\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2958\" data-end=\"2972\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2974\" data-end=\"2991\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2974\" data-end=\"2991\"\u003eCafé \/ Coffee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2992\" data-end=\"3083\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zp1hk5\" data-start=\"2992\" data-end=\"3034\"\u003eHeight: approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"3016\" data-end=\"3034\"\u003e14cm \/ 5.5 in\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1i46fzs\" data-start=\"3035\" data-end=\"3083\"\u003eTop diameter: approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"3065\" data-end=\"3083\"\u003e10cm \/ 3.9 in\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3085\" data-end=\"3102\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3085\" data-end=\"3102\"\u003eSucre \/ Sugar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3103\" data-end=\"3193\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1b6acg0\" data-start=\"3103\" data-end=\"3145\"\u003eHeight: approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"3127\" data-end=\"3145\"\u003e12cm \/ 4.7 in\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"q59efg\" data-start=\"3146\" data-end=\"3193\"\u003eTop diameter: approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"3176\" data-end=\"3193\"\u003e9cm \/ 3.5 in\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3195\" data-end=\"3208\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3195\" data-end=\"3208\"\u003eThé \/ Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3209\" data-end=\"3299\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kpls6j\" data-start=\"3209\" data-end=\"3251\"\u003eHeight: approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"3233\" data-end=\"3251\"\u003e10cm \/ 3.9 in\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"q59efg\" data-start=\"3252\" data-end=\"3299\"\u003eTop diameter: approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"3282\" data-end=\"3299\"\u003e8\/9cm \/ 3.5 in\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"9n2xta\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3301\" data-end=\"3316\"\u003ePerfect for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3318\" data-end=\"3636\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14qpw0p\" data-start=\"3318\" data-end=\"3363\"\u003eCollectors of Gabriel Fourmaintraux pottery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14bg9jk\" data-start=\"3364\" data-end=\"3396\"\u003eCollectors of Desvres ceramics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5u07ox\" data-start=\"3397\" data-end=\"3422\"\u003eFrench country kitchens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1cwlswt\" data-start=\"3423\" data-end=\"3448\"\u003eFarmhouse kitchen decor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1eummht\" data-start=\"3449\" data-end=\"3474\"\u003eVintage kitchen storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kul55a\" data-start=\"3475\" data-end=\"3504\"\u003ePantry and dresser displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1o0eeoe\" data-start=\"3505\" data-end=\"3528\"\u003eOpen kitchen shelving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dtkyku\" data-start=\"3529\" data-end=\"3565\"\u003eFrench inspired interiors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"s90u9v\" data-start=\"3566\" data-end=\"3595\"\u003eCottage and rustic kitchens\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"35m7je\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4096\" data-end=\"4124\"\u003eCondition \u0026amp; authenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4126\" data-end=\"4265\"\u003eThis is an authentic vintage French three-piece ceramic kitchen canister set, personally sourced at a traditional brocante in France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4267\" data-end=\"4494\"\u003eAll three pieces are in good vintage condition with no chips. Minor signs of age and previous use may be present as expected with original vintage pottery; please study all photographs as these form part of the description. The bases carry the handwritten “G.F. Fait Main” markings associated with Gabriel Fourmaintraux pottery from Desvres, France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"hr8i1s\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3638\" data-end=\"3655\"\u003eDiscover more\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3657\" data-end=\"3784\"\u003eDiscover over 300 authentic French brocante finds, individually sourced for their character, craftsmanship and timeless appeal. Explore our full range of curated collections at: \u003ca data-start=\"3836\" data-end=\"3864\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"http:\/\/www.allthingsfrenchstore.com\"\u003ewww.allthingsfrenchstore.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"16yo9uy\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3866\" data-end=\"3881\"\u003eUK Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3883\" data-end=\"4020\"\u003eFree UK delivery. Orders are carefully packed and dispatched next working day via Royal Mail Tracked 48. 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