Ladies Pee Pot

[Euro 346]

I found this during a house clearance in the attic all covered in dust.

It's quite a plain example, but an interesting find none the less. I guess it is rather old, being made in white pottery. No makers mark.

 

[UnauthorisedGuy 510]

20 hours ago, Euro said:

I found this during a house clearance in the attic all covered in dust.

It's quite a plain example, but an interesting find none the less. I guess it is rather old, being made in white pottery. No makers mark.

 

Great find! The correct name, apparently, is a bourdaloue. According to this article, it is "supposedly named for Louis Bourdaloue, a famous 17th century priest; the story goes that his sermons were so long that listeners would need to bring along a chamberpot to get through them". The design allows women "to use the bourdaloue while standing or squatting, rather than forcing them to sit": What is a Bourdaloue? (with picture) (wisegeek.com).

Edited February 7, 2023 by UnauthorisedGuy

[oliver2 4,418]

49 minutes ago, UnauthorisedGuy said:

Great find! The correct name, apparently, is a bourdaloue. According to this article, it is "supposedly named for Louis Bourdaloue, a famous 17th century priest; the story goes that his sermons were so long that listeners would need to bring along a chamberpot to get through them".

🎵Couldn’t escape if you wanted to

[Foobar 786]

4 hours ago, UnauthorisedGuy said:

Great find! The correct name, apparently, is a bourdaloue. According to this article, it is "supposedly named for Louis Bourdaloue, a famous 17th century priest; the story goes that his sermons were so long that listeners would need to bring along a chamberpot to get through them". The design allows women "to use the bourdaloue while standing or squatting, rather than forcing them to sit": What is a Bourdaloue? (with picture) (wisegeek.com).

Interesting bit of history, peeing in a cup in a holy place. I think this is one way we've really regressed as a society, now most people would excuse themselves to the bathroom, and the few brave enough would have to pee on the seat or floor. The Bourdaloue sounds like it was an ideal compromise, no mess, no need to resist nature's call, no need to miss part of the sermon (or in modern times I'd say something like a sporting event or movie).

[gldenwetgoose 21,487]

4 hours ago, UnauthorisedGuy said:

Great find! The correct name, apparently, is a bourdaloue. According to this article, it is "supposedly named for Louis Bourdaloue, a famous 17th century priest; the story goes that his sermons were so long that listeners would need to bring along a chamberpot to get through them". The design allows women "to use the bourdaloue while standing or squatting, rather than forcing them to sit": What is a Bourdaloue? (with picture) (wisegeek.com).

 

21 minutes ago, Foobar said:

Interesting bit of history, peeing in a cup in a holy place. I think this is one way we've really regressed as a society, now most people would excuse themselves to the bathroom, and the few brave enough would have to pee on the seat or floor. The Bourdaloue sounds like it was an ideal compromise, no mess, no need to resist nature's call, no need to miss part of the sermon (or in modern times I'd say something like a sporting event or movie).

I would love to see that appear on a TV antiques show, where members of the public take in their family heirlooms and have them explained an valued.

 

[Euro 346]

1 hour ago, MasterDarcy said:

It can double as a gravy boat.

I had much the same notion  🙂  The other half also thought it an amusing idea. I am reluctant though. wouldn't want to risk it being broken in the washing up.

Suitable for flowers... Sweet Pea perhaps?

The Eagle eyed may have noticed that colette888 has one of these as her profile cover picture. Much more ornate than this one.

[DoctorDoctor 1,391]

On 2/6/2023 at 6:16 AM, Euro said:

I found this during a house clearance in the attic all covered in dust.

It's quite a plain example, but an interesting find none the less. I guess it is rather old, being made in white pottery. No makers mark.

 

Interested in thoughts of practicality and utility from women on the site?

[Kupar 13,339]

52 minutes ago, Euro said:

Sweet Pea perhaps

Haha!

[Kupar 13,339]

And here is a painting of one in use I think

 

[Pee_punk 45]

Imagine finding an ancient chamber pot and finding out it's worth a fortune. "The queen peed in this. Bid starting at $100k." 🤣 My thought is, would it be worth more to a random collector, or a fetishist? 

[Let_It_Go 273]

21 hours ago, gldenwetgoose said:

 

I would love to see that appear on a TV antiques show, where members of the public take in their family heirlooms and have them explained an valued.

 

Perhaps one of the experts would demo it....? Only way I'd tune in..... 

[oliver2 4,418]

1 hour ago, Let_It_Go said:

Perhaps one of the experts would demo it....? Only way I'd tune in..... 

Working title: “a piss in an unreasonably-priced pot”

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On 2/7/2023 at 6:54 AM, Euro said:

I had much the same notion  🙂  The other half also thought it an amusing idea. I am reluctant though. wouldn't want to risk it being broken in the washing up.

Suitable for flowers... Sweet Pea perhaps?

The Eagle eyed may have noticed that colette888 has one of these as her profile cover picture. Much more ornate than this one.

I say use it as intended. It's probably been thirsty for decades or more.

[PissDude 479]

Interesting. I always wondered how pissing was done before indoor plumbing. I’m sure they stepped outside, but during long sermons or speeches, was it socially acceptable to leave for relief?

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On 2/6/2023 at 11:07 PM, UnauthorisedGuy said:

Great find! The correct name, apparently, is a bourdaloue. According to this article, it is "supposedly named for Louis Bourdaloue, a famous 17th century priest; the story goes that his sermons were so long that listeners would need to bring along a chamberpot to get through them". The design allows women "to use the bourdaloue while standing or squatting, rather than forcing them to sit": What is a Bourdaloue? (with picture) (wisegeek.com).

Bordaloue, the original portaloo! 😂

[Adyguy6970 877]

I have a gravy boat which is very similar.  Maybe it could serve a dual purpose? 

[gldenwetgoose 21,487]

9 minutes ago, Adyguy6970 said:

I have a gravy boat which is very similar.  Maybe it could serve a dual purpose? 

I'm absolutely sure it could (and should).

At the same time, did anyone else's mind go the same way as mine?

"How's the meal everyone, is the roast beef to everyone's liking, how about the vegetables?"

"It's lovely.   But is there any chance of a bit more gravy please?"

"Of course - just give me a second".  <zzzzip>

[Euro 346]

2 hours ago, Adyguy6970 said:

I have a gravy boat which is very similar.

Are you sure? Could be a case of mistaken identity. Could it  be a Ladies Pee pot that you have been using for gravy

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Curiously enough, my profile-photo here depicts just one of 'em.... 

[Euro 346]

On 2/7/2023 at 11:54 AM, Euro said:

The Eagle eyed may have noticed that colette888 has one of these as her profile cover picture. Much more ornate than this one.

🙂   Yours prettier than mine

Edited February 16, 2023 by Euro

[Adyguy6970 877]

On 2/16/2023 at 10:51 AM, Euro said:

Are you sure? Could be a case of mistaken identity. Could it  be a Ladies Pee pot that you have been using for gravy

That's certainly a possibility.  So far I've used it without sustaining any ill effects. 

Edited February 18, 2023 by Adyguy6970

[Euro 346]

15 hours ago, Adyguy6970 said:

That's certainly a possibility. 

Enjoy your Sunday dinner, perhaps with extra gravy, or? ...  🙂

Edit... I know I would with that thought in mind...

Edited February 19, 2023 by Euro
Just an addition..