Black Glazed Terracotta Storage Jar From Peking - 19th Century Finish - Burgundy Lacquer handcrafted and hand-painted

handcrafted and hand-painted

Tigers have been a symbol of India for over 5000 years and remain so to this day

destructive weather

this piece is animated by a series of sinuous serpents that weave dynamically across the surface

The mould is ithen dried and fired in an oven with cow-dung cakes

Black Glazed Terracotta Storage Jar From Peking - 19th Century Finish - Burgundy Lacquer handcrafted and hand-paintedChinese black glazed stoneware 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. These we're utility items and show some signs of ware from frequent use. This jar is around 150 years old and would look fantastic in a contemporary home with dried flowers or planted with a tall houseplant such as a parlour palm.