Chinese Black Glazed Storage Jar From Shanxi - 19thC Decorative Chinese Art 150 x 47 x 223

150 x 47 x 223 (w x d x h cms)

These are still made in the traditional way by hand in Henan Province China

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Chinese Black Glazed Storage Jar From Shanxi - 19thC Decorative Chinese Art 150 x 47 x 223Chinese black glazed storage jars like these originate from Shanxi province and date to the late 19th century and early 20th century. They were used for storing rice wine, vinegar & oils. This piece is around 150 years old and is marked with the characters 'yuan', 'sheng' & 'xi' the latter meaning west. It is likely the name of the owner this jar was made from. This piece would look fantastic in a contemporary home with dried flowers or planted with