Buffalo / Bison Terrine -- faience -- Michel Caugant (France) - $115 (Kalispell)

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condition: excellent

make / manufacturer: Michel Caugant

size / dimensions: 12" x 5.5"

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Michel Caugant was a renowned Breton charcutier who, in the 1970s, had the brilliant idea of commissioning magnificent animal-shaped terrines to sell his premium pâtés. Entirely hand-painted, these unique pieces delighted customers who treasured them after enjoying their contents. Michel Caugant officially stepped away from the family business in 1999, and the company was subsequently sold in 2003. Today, those figural animal dishes have become highly sought-after collector's items for enthusiasts of folk art and retro decor.

The Michel Caugant Bison terrine is one of the more rare, and visually striking pieces in his famous line of zoomorphic faïence cookware. Traditionally, Caugant designed each dish to reflect the exact type of meat or pâté being sold inside it. This means this specific container was originally manufactured to hold and display luxury bison or wild game pâté in the family’s delicatessen.
On the bottom is printed: "Cette pièce en faïence véritable, a été entièrement réalisée a la main. Je vous la propose en exclusivité." ("This piece is made of genuine earthenware and was crafted entirely by hand. I am offering it to you exclusively.") Measures approximately 12" long x 5.5" high. $115. cash

post id: 7947629157

posted: 2026-07-16 14:13

updated: 2026-11-14 17:27

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