Antique French Figural Stoneware Mustard Pot Freres Gros Dijon Fontaine de Jouve For Sale

Antique French Figural Stoneware Mustard Pot Freres Gros Dijon Fontaine de Jouvence (c. 1880–1920)

Offered is a charming antique French advertising mustard pot (moutardier) made for Frères Gros of Dijon, featuring the iconic "Fontaine de Jouvence" (Fountain of Youth) well design.

• ​Design: Molded as a stone well with a central lion-head waterspout, barrel-textured sides with raised lettering ("Moutarde des Frères Gros Dijon" / "Fontaine de Jouvence"), and twin shell basins.

• ​Markings: Stamped "Déposé" on the flat, unglazed base.

• ​Approximate Age: Late 19th to early 20th century (c. 1880–1920). This period marks the height of figural ceramic advertising (réclame) produced in France for regional purveyors like Frères Gros in Dijon, utilizing the impressed "Déposé" registration mark.

• ​Dimensions: Stands approximately 4 inches tall with a 2-inch top opening.

• Weight: 11.1 oz (311g)

• ​Condition: Good antique condition overall, featuring heavy age-typical glaze craquelure and minor production flaws. Please note a small chip on the rim of one of the side shell basins as clearly shown in the close-up photographs.