Vintage Florenz Pottery Canisters

This collection of Australian retro vintage Florenz pottery canisters were produced in Sydney NSW between the end of World War II and 1980. Popular in the 1970’s for storing their appropriately named produce, the utilitarian pottery canisters can also be used as a natural home decor item.

Refer to each canister selection for a detailed description and measurements.

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