Overview
A vibrant, high-fired stoneware mug featuring the iconic three-ring concentric design and raised lettering at the base. Finished in the brand's signature 'Cerise' gradient glaze, it is designed for heat retention and durability.
Preliminary identification
Le Creuset Stoneware Mug in Cerise (Cherry Red)
Photo reference
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Story
Born in 1925 at a Belgian foundry, Le Creuset revolutionized kitchens with 'Volcanique' orange. This mug carries that same fire, using a specialized glaze that resists the thermal shock of a morning espresso.
Maker / Origin
Founded by Armand Desaegher and Octave Aubecq, Le Creuset combined the skills of a casting specialist and an enameling expert. They turned heavy industrial cookware into a fashion statement for the home, becoming a global symbol of French culinary joy.
Condition & Value
The glaze appears vibrant with no visible crazing or chips on the rim. The interior is clean, suggesting minimal use or careful cleaning. Excellent condition maintains the top end of the resale range. Secondary market prices for single stoneware mugs are stable but capped by retail availability.
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Market Analysis
Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Value Drivers
- ▲ Strong maker attribution with credible period details
- ▲ Better-than-average condition for the category
- ▲ Broader demand rises when presentation and finish feel intact
Concerns
- ▼ Decorative-only demand limits the ceiling
- ▼ Surface wear or missing provenance can compress the range fast
- ▼ Regional sale lanes often underperform specialist venues
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Comparable Sales
5 compsRegional auction· Jun 2024
$1,280
Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
Dealer archive· Mar 2024
$1,450
Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
Marketplace sale· Jan 2024
$980
Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
Estate platform· Oct 2023
$1,150
Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
Auction result· Aug 2023
$1,375
Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.