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Antique 18th-century Patacon Tripode – Authentic French Folk Art
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This rare piece of Art Populaire is an authentic find from the southwest of France. This "Oule" (bowl on three legs) dates from the late 18th century (c. 1780-1820) and is a beautiful example of rustic, artisanal pottery.
Historical character:
What makes this object unique is its tangible history. For decades, the bowl was used in a traditional French kitchen as a "cloche" (smother dome) on a cast-iron wood stove. The rising vapors from the slow cooking and caramelizing of dishes have formed a deep black, dry layer of carbon on the inside. This is not dirt, but a beautiful "culinary fossil" that gives the pot a powerful, Wabi-Sabi appearance.
Features for the collector:
Craftsmanship: Hand-turned on an antique potter's wheel, still clearly visible through the concentric circles and the central marking on the base. Glaze: Warm beige lead glaze with rich, authentic craquelé and characteristic "pinholes" (small holes formed during the 18th-century firing process).
Patina: Fair wear on the handles/legs from generations of use. Completely intact, without restorations.
A sculptural and historical object that adds a raw, historical accent to a modern, eclectic, or country interior.
Details:
Origin: Southwest France (Dordogne/Pyrenees region)
Period: 1780 - 1820
Dimensions: diameter 25 cm height 15 cm
Specifications
ConditionExcellentColorsBeige, BlackMaterialCeramicNumber of items1Height15 cmWidth25 cmDepth25 cm
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Private sellerCuzorn, FranceOn Whoppah since July 2025 • 2 sales