Terracotta Rice Storage Jar / Planter - 19th Century

This rustic Chinese storage jar dates to the 19th century and originates from Shanxi province in northern China. Rich in earthy grey and charcoal tones, the surface has a beautifully weathered, wabi-sabi quality that reflects decades of use and natural ageing. The jar is hand-thrown, with visible throwing lines and a softly rounded form that speaks to its utilitarian origins.

Originally used for storing rice wine, vinegar, and oils, these vessels were an essential part of everyday life in rural China. Today, the jar makes a superb decorative object and is particularly well suited for use as a planter, where its texture, subtle irregularities, and patina can be fully appreciated. It is advisable to use with a liner as it may no longer be water tight.

• Origin: Shanxi Province, Northern China
• Date: 19th Century
• Materials: Hand-Thrown Earthenware Pottery
• Features: Earthy Tones, Wabi-Sabi Surface, Traditional Storage Form
• Condition: Good Antique Condition With Surface Wear, Old Marks And Firing Imperfections Consistent With Age And Use
• Dimensions: W33 x D33 x H32 cm