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French 18th Century / 19th Century Hand Blown Glass Pickling / Truffle Jar
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French 18th Century / 19th Century Hand Blown Glass Pickling / Truffle Jar

18th century
Sold 4 December 2025 · Whites Antiques
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French 18th Century Hand Blown Glass Pickling/Truffle Jar

* Hand Blown Glass

* Rare and highly sought after

* Interesting history and collector’s items

* H: 31cm (12.2")    Di: 16cm (6.3")

French Late 18th Century/Early 19th Century hand blown Glass Pickling/Truffle Jars are truly captivating and this one is no exception with its trade mark scar on the base. These handblown bocals(1) (or “jars”) exhibit a delightful assortment of shades of green glass, each varying in size and coloration due to their one-of-a-kind nature.

Rare and highly sought-after, what may be mistaken as imperfections, such as tilted mouths, bubbles, and ripples in the glass - are actually the very attributes that make these jars cherished antiques.

These antique French truffle jars not only evoke history but also bring a touch of elegance to any space. Originally, these vessels served practical purposes: storing vegetables, fruits, truffles, and other food sundries. However, today, they find new life as wonderful vases that can be placed throughout the home, adding a pop of colour and texture. Whether you use them as vases or simply display them, their unique character is sure to captivate.

(1) Bocals

Antique French jars, also known as Bocals, are exquisite pieces that evoke a sense of history and craftsmanship. These vintage containers were used for various purposes, from storing preserves to holding pharmaceuticals. Each antique French jar has its own unique story and character. Whether you’re a collector or simply appreciate vintage aesthetics, these bocals add a touch of timeless beauty to any space.

Physical Dimensions
Height
31cm (12.20")
Width
16cm (6.30")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Declaration

Whites Antiques has dated this Antique Glass Jar to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1049923
Dealers Internal Reference
FL038
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Description
French 18th Century Hand Blown Glass Pickling/Truffle Jar

Hand Blown Glass

Rare and highly sought after

Interesting history and collector’s items

H: 31cm (12.2")    Di: 16cm (6.3")

“
French Late 18th Century/Early 19th Century hand blown Glass Pickling/Truffle Jars are truly captivating and this one is no exception with its trade mark scar on the base.
Whites Antiques

These handblown bocals(1) (or “jars”) exhibit a delightful assortment of shades of green glass, each varying in size and coloration due to their one-of-a-kind nature.

fig 1. A cylindrical olive green hand-blown glass jar with a wide neck and cylindrical body standing upright on a flat surface.
fig 1. French 18th Century / 19th Century Hand Blown Glass Pickling / Truffle Jar

Rare and highly sought-after, what may be mistaken as imperfections, such as tilted mouths, bubbles, and ripples in the glass - are actually the very attributes that make these jars cherished antiques.

fig 2. A cylindrical olive green hand-blown glass jar with a wide neck and cylindrical body standing upright on a flat surface.
fig 2. French 18th Century / 19th Century Hand Blown Glass Pickling / Truffle Jar

These antique French truffle jars not only evoke history but also bring a touch of elegance to any space. Originally, these vessels served practical purposes: storing vegetables, fruits, truffles, and other food sundries. However, today, they find new life as wonderful vases that can be placed throughout the home, adding a pop of colour and texture. Whether you use them as vases or simply display them, their unique character is sure to captivate.

fig 3. A cylindrical olive green hand-blown glass jar with a wide neck and cylindrical body standing upright on a flat surface.
fig 3. French 18th Century / 19th Century Hand Blown Glass Pickling / Truffle Jar

(1) Bocals

Antique French jars, also known as Bocals, are exquisite pieces that evoke a sense of history and craftsmanship. These vintage containers were used for various purposes, from storing preserves to holding pharmaceuticals. Each antique French jar has its own unique story and character. Whether you’re a collector or simply appreciate vintage aesthetics, these bocals add a touch of timeless beauty to any space.

Height
31cm (12.20")
Width
16cm (6.30")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Date of Manufacture

Whites Antiques has dated this Antique Glass Jar to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1049923
Dealers Internal Ref
FL038
Whites Antiques
Whites Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2023

White's antiques collective is the perfect resource for both trade and private clients

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Archive I A cylindrical olive green hand-blown glass jar with a wide neck and cylindrical body standing upright on a flat surface. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

French 18th Century / 19th Century Hand Blown Glass Pickling / Truffle Jar

Archive II A cylindrical olive green hand-blown glass jar with a wide neck and cylindrical body standing upright on a flat surface. View II
Archive III A cylindrical olive green hand-blown glass jar with a wide neck and cylindrical body standing upright on a flat surface. View III
Archive IV A cylindrical olive green hand-blown glass jar with a wide neck and cylindrical body standing upright on a flat surface. View IV
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Unit 10 The Vinery
Arundel Road
Poling
West Sussex
BN18 9PY
United Kingdom
Verified Since May 2023
Items For Sale 124
Items Sold 441
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Location: Unit 10 The Vinery, Arundel Road, Poling, West Sussex, BN18 9PY, United Kingdom
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A cylindrical olive green hand-blown glass jar with a wide neck and cylindrical body standing upright on a flat surface.
French 18th Century / 19th Century Hand Blown Glass Pickling / Truffle Jar
Ref: SA1049923
A cylindrical olive green hand-blown glass jar with a wide neck and cylindrical body standing upright on a flat surface.
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  • ObjectDecorative Glassware
  • Period18th century
  • StyleFrench Country
  • MaterialHand-blown glass
  • ColourOlive Green
  • MotifsPontil mark, Hand-blown bubbles, Rolled rim
  • SizeH 31 cm (12 in) x W 16 cm (6 in) x D 16 cm (6 in)

Hand-blown glass pickling jars were traditionally produced in regional glasshouses across France during the 18th and 19th centuries for domestic food preservation, storage, and agricultural use.

These pieces were crafted using free-blowing or mold-blowing techniques with potash or soda-lime glass, often resulting in characteristic imperfections, bubbles, and pontil marks on the base.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit uneven wall thickness, natural surface wear, seed bubbles within the glass matrix, and a rough or indented pontil scar underneath where the iron rod was detached.

These versatile vessels can be displayed empty as sculptural objects on a mantelpiece, utilized as rustic vases for botanical stems, or grouped on open shelving to add historical texture to a room.

Clean antique glass gently using lukewarm water and mild soap, avoiding harsh chemicals, abrasive scrubbers, or ultrasonic cleaners to protect the fragile surface and historic patina.
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