Former demijohn with wood & straw case

Vintage green colored glass canister/dame-jeanne with a wooden and straw case/slit. This object was found in the country of caux in normandy and still contained old calvados, since sunk... 😉 According to legend, in 1347, queen joan took refuge with a glass craftsman in the hamlet of saint paul la galline grasse. By visiting the workshops dedicated to the manufacture of bottles she impressed her host who blew so hard into the bit of his cane, that the bottle in progress became huge, making the admiration of all by its important capacity. He decided to market the model he named "queen jeanne", in honor of his inspiration, but the sovereign preferred the name "dame jeanne". Perfect for collectors or simply to add a retro touch in your living room or kitchen. Good condition. H 29 X d 18 cm.

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