Le Creuset - Casserole dish - source, Enamel

Superb vintage Le Creuset enameled cast iron pot, in the famous volcanic orange color, emblematic of the French house. A very beautiful old piece, decorative yet perfectly suited for everyday cooking.

The piece features a magnificent color gradient, particularly warm: a deeper, richer orange in the lower part that gradually evolves into a bright, luminous orange on the upper part. The result is especially elegant and characteristic of Le Creuset's old productions.
The Le Creuset mark, accompanied by the inscription “Made in France,” is clearly present under the pot, confirming its French manufacture.

The quality of enameled cast iron
Enameled cast iron is one of Le Creuset’s signature features. It offers excellent thermal inertia: heat spreads gradually and evenly, then retains for a long time, which is especially suited to slow, simmered, and steady cooking.

The pot can be used for many preparations: soups, sauces, vegetables, braised dishes, stews, or preparations requiring gentle cooking.
The robustness of the iron also makes it a true heirloom piece: properly maintained, a beautiful Le Creuset piece can accompany a family for decades and pass from one generation to another, while preserving its character and history.

Dimensions
Total length from edge to handle: 25.5 cm
Diameter: 16.5 cm
Height without lid: 12 cm
Height with lid: 15 cm
Weight: about 2.8 kg

Condition
Nice overall vintage condition, with excellent enamel and color preservation.
Note: a few small chips on the rim of the pot, clearly visible in the photographs. These are the only defects noted on this piece.
The photographs are an integral part of the description and allow precise assessment of its condition, colors, marks, and the few signs of use.

A Le Creuset piece full of character
This old Made in France Le Creuset production will appeal to both cooking enthusiasts and collectors of fine enameled cast iron. Its compact size, the superb volcanic orange color, and its beautiful gradient make it a particularly attractive piece, with the charm particular to vintage utensils that have stood the test of time.
Very protective and carefully packed shipping, with reinforced packaging and suitable protections so that this heavy and finely enameled cast iron piece arrives in the best possible condition.
Best regards.