French Vintage Ceramic Pot, Stamped Atelier de Céramique RICARD

A piece that looks as if it came straight from a French dining table
A warm ceramic pot from RICARD, crafted by a pottery workshop in the South of France

Product Description:
This is a vintage ceramic pot made by the French pottery workshop Atelier de Céramique RICARD. The "RICARD" logo is boldly displayed on the side of the body, and "Atelier de Céramique RICARD" and "MADE IN FRANCE" stamps can be seen on the bottom. The clay body has an "830.b" mark, which is believed to have been used as a workshop management number or model number. The soft ocher (ochre-like) glaze, rounded form, and beautiful spout design are striking, making this item a highly complete craft piece, despite being an advertising novelty. It is recommended for practical use, as well as for display in kitchens or cafes, or as a French vintage collection item. (R070166)

Specifications:
・Country of origin: France
・Material: Ceramic
・Type: Pot (for milk/water/sauce, etc.)
・Markings:
　　Side: RICARD
　　Bottom: Atelier de Céramique RICARD / MADE IN FRANCE
　　Clay body mark: 830.b
・Condition: As a vintage item, there may be manufacturing-related glaze unevenness and minor scuffs, but there is no major damage such as chips or cracks. It is in good condition for both practical use and appreciation.

Recommended Uses:
Perfect as a flower vase, small item holder, or display item in cafes, restaurants, bistros, hotel lobbies, flower shops, general stores, interior design shops, boutiques, etc. Simply placing it on a table or shelf adds the warmth and rustic beauty of the South of France to the space, creating a French vintage atmosphere.

Key Features:
・Authentic provenance with "MADE IN FRANCE" and "RICARD" markings
・Warm color and form characteristic of South French pottery
・Suitable for both practical use and display
・Impressive presence that stands out in cafes, bars, and as store fixtures
・Highly collectible with bottom stamp and clay body mark

Special Notes:
RICARD is a leading French brand of anise-flavored liqueur. It is very common in France for everyday items to feature logos, especially for advertising ceramics intended for cafes and bistros. This pot was likely produced for advertising (promotional) purposes. The "Atelier de Céramique RICARD" mark suggests that it was not mass-produced tableware for general households but rather a workshop production commissioned specifically for the brand. This form was common in France from the 1950s to the 1980s. "MADE IN FRANCE + model number (830.b)" is evidence that it was made as a practical item for commercial and store use, rather than a "crude novelty" for promotional purposes. In other words, it was not a "cheap advertising item given away for free," but rather an "advertising medium used daily" in cafes and bars. The absence of a lid is likely due to the emphasis on quick turnover and ease of handling for cafe creamers/water pots, as well as for ease of pouring and washing.

*Based on AI research.