{"product_id":"vintage-cousances-le-creuset-red-cast-iron-gratin-dish-16cm-french-cookware","title":"Vintage Cousances Le Creuset Red Cast Iron Gratin Dish – 16cm French Cookware","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis vintage French Cousances gratin dish is a compact and characterful example of traditional enamelled cast-iron cookware. Made in France and finished with a rich red exterior and contrasting cream interior, it has two integrated side handles and is ideal for baking and serving individual gratins, vegetables, side dishes and desserts.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from a traditional French brocante, this authentic vintage find combines practical oven-to-table use with the timeless appearance of classic French country kitchenware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCousances was a renowned French manufacturer of enamelled cast iron before being acquired by Le Creuset in 1957. Cookware continued to be manufactured under the Cousances name for a number of years following the acquisition. This dish is believed to date from the mid-20th century and is likely around 50 years old, making it of particular interest to collectors of original Cousances and vintage Le Creuset cookware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic vintage Cousances Le Creuset gratin dish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional enamelled cast-iron construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed enamelled exterior with cream interior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo integrated side handles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact round 16cm format\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for individual gratins, baked vegetables and side dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for oven-to-table presentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSourced from a traditional French brocante\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectable French cookware associated with Le Creuset\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiameter: 16cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepth: 4.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnpacked weight: approximately 0.85kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividual gratins and baked side dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDauphinoise potatoes and roasted vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOven-to-table serving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRustic farmhouse and French country kitchens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors of Cousances and vintage Le Creuset\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting to a lover of traditional French cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition \u0026amp; authenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an authentic vintage French dish in good condition for its age. There are some minor small enamel nibbles and areas of age-related wear around the rim and handles, as shown clearly in the photographs, while the cream enamelled interior remains in good condition. Please examine all images carefully, as they form part of the product description. The signs of previous use are consistent with the dish’s age and contribute to its genuine vintage character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiscover more\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver 300 handpicked vintage French homewares and garden finds are available on our website. Browse our full collection at:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"http:\/\/www.allthingsfrenchstore.com\"\u003ewww.allthingsfrenchstore.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUK Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree UK mainland delivery (including Scottish Highlands \u0026amp; Islands). Dispatched via Royal Mail 48 with full tracking; orders sent next working day (Friday orders ship Monday). We reuse packaging where possible as part of our environmental ethos.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"All Things French Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48083358843110,"sku":"A46","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/1655\/3958\/files\/vintage_red_Cousances_gratin_dish.png?v=1785312882","url":"https:\/\/allthingsfrenchstore.com\/products\/vintage-cousances-le-creuset-red-cast-iron-gratin-dish-16cm-french-cookware","provider":"All Things French Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}