Antique French Caramel Glazed Faisselle, Earthenware Cheese Mold, 3.5"H x 5.75" W | Sourced in Villeneuve

A beautiful antique French faisselle in a warm caramel glaze, traditionally used in French kitchens for draining fresh cheeses such as fromage blanc and chèvre.

Faisselles are perforated molds designed to allow whey to drain while the cheese sets, a staple tool in rural French cheesemaking. Their simple, utilitarian form and rich glaze make them especially appealing today as both functional kitchen pieces and decorative objects.

This example features a deep caramel-toned glaze with a soft sheen and subtle variation, giving it warmth and character. The classic cylindrical shape and drainage holes remain intact, and the piece is debossed with the number “3”, a traditional marking often used for sizing or workshop identification.

Sourced in Villeneuve, this faisselle carries the charm of French culinary history and is perfect for styling in a kitchen, holding utensils, displaying herbs, or adding texture to a shelf or tabletop vignette.

Details
Origin: France
Sourced: Villeneuve, France
Material: Glazed earthenware
Color: Caramel brown glaze
Markings: Debossed “3”
Condition: Excellent antique condition with light, age-appropriate wear

Measurements
Height: 3.5”
Diameter: 5.75”