Antique Belgian Stoneware Mustard Pot w/ Spoon – Bruxelles

This antique Belgian stoneware mustard pot hails from Brussels and bears the classic cobalt inscription “Moutarde Cottens Bruxelles,” a mark associated with traditional European mustard producers supplying local kitchens and cafés in the late 19th to early 20th century. Crafted in heavy, utilitarian stoneware, the softly crackled glaze and hand-painted lettering speak to daily use rather than display — the kind of object meant to live on the table, not behind glass.

The original fitted lid and wooden spoon remain, a rarity that elevates this piece beyond decorative charm. Today, it transitions beautifully from its original purpose to a bar condiment jar, salt cellar, olive pot, or countertop vessel with authentic continental character.

A quietly handsome piece of European kitchen history that wears its age exactly as it should.

PRODUCT INFORMATION

Era: Antique; Late 19th–Early 20th Century
Condition: Very Good Antique Condition, with visible age wear consistent with use; no cracks or repairs noted
Country of Origin: Belgium
Materials: Stoneware, Wood
Dimensions:
• Jar: 2.75" D × 2.25" H
• Spoon: 4.5" L × 0.75" W × 0.25" H
Color/Finish: Cream glaze with cobalt blue lettering
Care: Hand-wash only; not dishwasher safe

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