bourdaloue

The bourdaloue, a portable chamber pot used by women in the 18th and 19th centuries, reflects the social norms and gender expectations of its time. Historically, the bourdaloue provided a discreet solution for women during long church services or in public spaces where access to a restroom was limited.

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bourdaloue chamber pot

The bourdaloue chamber pot, popular in 18th-century France, was a smaller, more refined alternative to traditional chamber pots. Named after the famous Jesuit preacher Louis Bourdaloue, this dainty vessel was favored by women for its discreet and elegant design.

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