Preserving jar, ironstone 4", late-19th-century

This French ironstone jar was used for preserves. The lip at the top of the jar was for fastening a fabric cover. There is a maker’s mark reading ‘L.M & C^IE Déposé Creil et Montereau’. La faïence de Creil-Montereau is renowned for its exquisite stoneware. Light wear consistent with age and use.

Approx. 4” diameter x 4” high

Approx. 10cm diameter x 10cm high