Le Creuset - Casserole dish - Model D - source, Enamel

Stunning oval Le Creuset casserole in enameled cast iron, dating from the late 1970s, in the famous Volcano Red/Orange color.
This piece is distinguished by its beautiful deep red gradient fading toward orange, particularly bright and elegant. The gradient is visible on the pot, the handles, and the lid, giving this casserole a vintage character that is highly sought after.
The casserole and its lid are fully enameled. The interior features the traditional bluish-gray enamel, very well preserved. A tiny chip under one of the handles (not visible) see photos;

Characteristics
Brand: Le Creuset
Era: late 1970s
Made in: France
Material: enameled cast iron
Shape: oval
Color: Volcanic, red-to-orange gradient

Weight: about 5.5 kg
Length handle to handle: 35 cm
Width: 23 cm
Height of the pot: 11 cm
Height with lid: 15.5 cm

The Le Creuset marking is clearly present under the lid, confirming its origin and reinforcing the appeal of this vintage piece.
Condition

Very good overall condition for a piece of this age. The exterior enamel is particularly well preserved and the colors are stunning. The interior shows only a few superficial scratches from use, with no other notable defects.
The photographs allow precise appreciation of its condition.

An iconic piece in Le Creuset’s history
Founded in 1925 in Fresnoy-le-Grand, in the Aisne region of France, Le Creuset has become a worldwide reference for enameled cast iron. The company celebrated its centenary in 2025, after a century of French manufacturing and the transmission of true culinary know-how.

Enameled cast iron offers excellent heat retention and distribution, ideal for slow cooking, stews, and family dishes. Sturdy and timeless, a Le Creuset casserole can accompany a family for decades.

More than a kitchen utensil, this casserole is an heirloom: it can pass from one generation to the next and continue to tell its story around family recipes and unforgettable flavors.

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