Provincial Chinese Water Jug, c. 1800

This 19th-century kitchen vessel is coated inside and out with a dark brown glaze that clings to its ribbed sides with subtle color variation. Designed for serving water or tea, the squat jar features a narrow neck, small strap handles, and a short spout for pouring. The rounded shoulders are brushed with simple linework in a contrasting light brown glaze. Textured with pitted wear and other imperfections, the rustic vessel is wonderful as an unusual vase...

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A Japanese Tamba Tachikui ware brown glazed water jug from the 19th century. This exquisite 19th century Japanese Tamba Tachikui ware water jug enchants with its understated elegance and monochrome brown glaze. Crafted in one of Japan’s six renowned ancient kilns, this jug showcases a beautifully circular body that gracefully narrows into a slender neck, adorned with ribbed accents that add subtle texture to its surface. The protruding lip, delicately formed, contributes to the jug's overall harmonious silhouette, embodying a sense of refined simplicity and traditional craftsmanship. With its rich, deep brown hue, the jug’s glaze captures the essence of natural earth tones, creating a warm and inviting presence. This Tamba ware...

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