Antique French Cheese Strainers

Earthenware cheese strainers in mixed sizes and glazes — brown, terracotta, soft gray-green, chalky white — all with pierced drainage holes around the body. The smaller ones drained a single curd; the larger ones came out of dairy kitchens. Sold individually in three size groups. Works as a small planter, a desk catchall, or as originally intended.

Dimensions:

• Small: range from 3.5 to 4.5 inches wide by 2.25 to 2.75 inches tall
• Medium: range from 5.75 to 6.75 inches wide by 3.25 to 4.5 inches tall
• Large: 7.75 inches wide by 4.25 inches tall