Le Creuset - Baking dish - No. 28 - source, Enamel

Authentic oval Le Creuset gratin dish No. 28, made in France in the 1960s, in the famous volcanic orange color that contributed to the brand’s worldwide renown.

Made of enameled cast iron, this dish combines robustness, elegance, and exceptional cooking performance. Its timeless design and high-quality French manufacture make it not only a high-performance kitchen utensil but also a beautiful piece for collecting or decorating a kitchen with retro charm.

Its generous capacity allows you to prepare gratins, lasagnas, roasted vegetables, meats, fish, family desserts, or slow-cooked dishes with perfectly even cooking.

Dimensions
Total length with handles: 34 cm
Width: 20.7 cm
Height: 7 cm
Weight: about 3.5 kg

Condition
Very good overall condition for its age.
To note:
Light patina of use on the interior, proof of normal use over the decades.
No chips observed.
No cracks or repairs.
Very good preservation of the exterior enamel, maintaining a superb shine.
Original markings present: Le Creuset – No. 28 – Made in France.
A sound piece, perfectly usable and particularly well preserved for a model of this era.

Le Creuset, a world reference since 1925
Founded in 1925 in Fresnoy-le-Grand in Aisne, Le Creuset has become one of the most prestigious French manufacturers of culinary utensils. The brand is recognized worldwide for its unique know-how in enameled cast iron.

Each piece is designed to deliver exceptional cooking performance while maintaining an elegant, timeless aesthetic. Old models, made in France, are today especially valued for their craftsmanship and remarkable longevity.

The benefits of enameled cast iron
Enameled cast iron is considered one of the best cooking materials:
- Even heat diffusion across the entire surface of the dish.
- Excellent thermal inertia allowing hot dishes to stay warm longer.
- Gentle, even cooking.
- Ideal for gratins, slow-cooked dishes, and oven cooking.
- High resistance to wear and time.
- Easy maintenance thanks to the enamel coating.
- Compatible with all heat sources suitable for cast iron as well as with the oven.

Unlike many modern utensils, a Le Creuset piece in enameled cast iron is designed to last for several generations. These dishes often endure for decades without losing their culinary qualities and frequently become genuine family heirlooms.

A magnificent French vintage piece that will fit just as well in a Le Creuset collection as in a kitchen where it will continue to be used for many years.

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