An antique Félix Potin advertising jam jar made of glazed white earthenware, adorned with a beautiful sepia brown printed decoration. Two medallions illustrate the company's industrial facilities, with the "Factory and Warehouses in Pantin (Seine)" and the "Steam Factory in La Villette Paris," under the inscription "Confitures Fines" (Fine Jams) and above the signature "Félix Potin - Paris." This particularly detailed monochrome decoration corresponds to type n°3 of the Drwila typology dedicated to Félix Potin jam jars. This particular piece stands out especially for its remarkable state of preservation, without cracks or chips.
✦ Estimated period: Late 19th / Early 20th century ✦ Origin: Paris - France ✦ Dimensions: approx. 13.5 × 9.5 cm ✦ Material: Glazed white earthenware with sepia brown decoration ✦ Condition: Very good state of preservation. No cracks or chips. A few minuscule superficial traces and marks related to age and use. Sepia brown decoration is particularly clear and well-preserved.
This antique Félix Potin "Confitures Fines" jar is a fine example of Parisian grocery advertising earthenware from the late 19th century, sought after both for the history of the Félix Potin company and for its industrial decoration depicting the factories of Pantin and La Villette.
