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1900s French Green L'Ideale Canning Preserve Jars W/ Lithograph Seed Labels S/4

Name: 1900s French Green L'Ideale Canning Preserve Jars W/ Lithograph Seed Labels S/4
Brand: L'Ideale
Price: 765 USD
Availability: InStock

About the Item

Found in France, a set of four, large glass canning preserve jars with chromolithographed labels for vegetable seeds, circa early 1900s. The jars were repurposed for storing vegetable seeds supplied by the French seed merchants, and then offered for sale in the farm stands and small markets that dotted the French countryside. Printed using an old chromolithograph process, the label images are boldly graphic and beautifully colored. The jars were hand blown into a mold with glass in varying shades of green or blue-green. The lids have an inner lip for secure seating. Three jars show the L’Ideale brand name in raised lettering, one shows the brand name La Lorraine. Each base is marked with raised numbers showing capacity, ranging from .75 to 1.5 liters. The labels are titled in French and showing an image of the vegetable. Radis Demi-Long, Ecarlate Hatif. An Aqua Blue jar, marked L’Ideale Brevetee SGDG 1.5 Liter. 8.75 in. H x 5 in. W Carotte Blanch. An Aqua Blue jar, marked L’Ideale, 3/4 Liter. 7.75 in, H x 4 in. W Salsifis Blanc. A Spring Green jar, a flat lid marked L’Ideale, 1 Liter, 5.5 in. H x 4.5 in. W. A chip to the lid. Chicoreé Frisée, Coeur Jaune. A Blue Green jar, marked LaLorraine with a raised Thistle flower on the jar and lid. 1 Liter. 9.25 in. H x 3.5 in. W. A rim chip. All jars are quite thick and heavy, showing the bubble inclusions found in blown glass. Offered as the set, these pieces with their fabulous graphics, lend an authentic touch to your French Cuisine Decor..

Creator:

L'Ideale (Manufacturer)

Dimensions:

Height: 9.25 in (23.5 cm)Diameter: 5 in (12.7 cm)

Sold As:

Set of 4

Style:

French Provincial (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Glass,Paper,Molded,Polychromed

Place of Origin:

France

Period:

Early 20th Century

Date of Manufacture:

1900-1920

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. All jars are quite thick and heavy, showing the bubble inclusions found in blown glass. One jar has a sliver loss to the lid, another has a similar loss to the rim. Neither chip detracts from or compromises the integrity of the jar.

Seller Location:

Philadelphia, PA

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU1758228426082

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