A French rivetted copper cheese maker's vat, 19th century, of large proportion, 73cm high, 170cm diameter Bidders from the UK and outside of the European Union should be aware that additional import charges may apply Comté (Gruyère de Comté) cheese is traditionally made in Jura Valley region of France in large copper vats such as this which heats the milk evenly as it is gently warmed.