Ochre Stoneware Gargoulette Pitcher, France, 1970s

A handsome and robustly built French stoneware gargoulette pitcher, its generous globular body thrown on the wheel and finished in a warm honey-amber glaze that shifts and pools beautifully across the surface. The piece features a sturdy arched overhead handle, a pulled side handle, and a short angled spout, giving it a distinctive utilitarian character deeply rooted in the French provincial pottery tradition. The glaze has a rich depth and slight texture that rewards close examination. A wonderful piece for display or occasional use.