{"product_id":"vintage-french-ceramic-salt-box-wall-mounted-sel-crock-with-lid-1","title":"Vintage French Ceramic Salt Box – Wall-Mounted Sel Crock with Lid","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring authentic French country charm into your kitchen with this beautiful vintage French ceramic salt box, traditionally known as a boîte à sel. Featuring a fruit basket design and the word SEL (French for salt), this charming piece is a wonderful example of traditional French kitchenware. this was produced in Czechoslovakia for France, this was fairly common in the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from cream-glazed ceramic with a removable wooden lid, (this is worn and could do with a revarnish) this vintage salt keeper was designed to hang on the kitchen wall, keeping salt conveniently close to hand when preparing meals. Sourced from a French brocante, it offers both practical storage and decorative appeal, particularly in rustic farmhouse, French country and cottage-style kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe base carries a faded French pottery stamp which reads Victoria China Czechoslovakia. Although the exact maker and age have not been confirmed, the stamp adds an interesting element to this original vintage piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic vintage French ceramic salt box, also known as a boîte à sel or French salt cellar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCream-coloured glazed ceramic with a fruit basket decoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive French black SEL lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSEL is the French word for salt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemovable wooden lid with naturally aged finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional wall-hanging design with mounting hole\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase stamped with markings reading Victoria China Czechoslovakia \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividually sourced from a traditional French brocante\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal vintage kitchen storage with decorative farmhouse appeal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for French country, rustic, cottage core and vintage kitchen interiors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne individual vintage salt box available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 17cm at the highest point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: 13cm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepth: 10cm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: glazed ceramic and wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of origin: Czechoslovakia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding authentic French farmhouse charm to a country kitchen\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional wall-mounted salt storage or decorative kitchen display\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrench country and rustic cottage kitchen interiors\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors of vintage pottery and traditional kitchenalia\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplaying alongside antique copper pans, enamelware and vintage kitchen utensils\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreating a charming French-inspired kitchen\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA thoughtful gift for someone who loves French brocante finds and vintage homewares\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition \u0026amp; authenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a genuine vintage item sourced from a French brocante and is in vintage condition overall. There are a few small marks and spots consistent with age and previous use. The wooden lid has an aged finish and may benefit from revarnishing if preferred, although this could also be left as part of its authentic vintage character. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease examine all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description. As with all our vintage French finds, this is an original pre-loved piece rather than a modern reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiscover more\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLove French vintage? There is plenty more to explore. 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