{"product_id":"19th-century-french-glass-decanter-1800s-carafe-with-character","title":"19th Century French Glass Decanter - 1800s Carafe with Character","description":"\u003cp\u003eLet's be honest: this 19th century French decanter has seen some things. There's mineral buildup inside from decades (maybe a century?) of storing wine, water, or whatever the French were drinking in the 1800s. But here's the thing – that's exactly what makes it charming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a proper antique from the 1800s with that classic French carafe shape: bulbous body, narrow neck, simple elegance. No fancy cuts or patterns, just honest French glassware that's been doing its job for over 150 years. The mineral deposits? You can clean them out with patience, vinegar, and determination. Or you can embrace the patina and use it as a vase – it's actually perfect for that.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 397 grams and 20.5cm tall, it's got nice proportions. The glass is thick and sturdy (it survived this long, didn't it?). This is the kind of piece that tells a story – you just don't know which French household it came from or what it's seen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy this is special (imperfections and all):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e19th century French glass – genuine antique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic carafe shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMineral deposits inside (cleanable or embrace it!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect as a vase if you don't want to clean it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for lovers of authentic antiques with character, French glassware collectors, or anyone who thinks imperfection is more interesting than perfection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison de L'oro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53018595295575,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0988\/4388\/5911\/files\/20260127-171601.jpg?v=1770422093","url":"https:\/\/maisondeloro.com\/products\/19th-century-french-glass-decanter-1800s-carafe-with-character","provider":"Maison de L'oro ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}