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Antique Terracotta Storage Vessel, Puglian Craftsmanship, 1880

$770
£588.01
€704.62
CA$1,108.71
A$1,143.06
CHF 643.89
MX$14,626.93
NOK 7,429.81
SEK 7,771.14
DKK 5,268.86

About the Item

Late 19th century hand-thrown terracotta storage vessel from Puglia, Southern Italy, featuring a warm cream glaze with subtle tonal variation and softly weathered patina developed over time. The cylindrical form with small applied side handles reflects the enduring utilitarian pottery traditions of the Grottaglie workshops, where vessels for storing oil, preserves, grains, and other domestic staples were produced with remarkable balance and sculptural simplicity. Its restrained form and honest craftsmanship embody the quiet beauty of everyday Southern Italian ceramics. The surface reveals the irregularities, glaze movement, and firing marks characteristic of authentic antique Puglian pottery. Unlike more decorative ceremonial wares, these vessels were deeply connected to domestic life and agricultural culture, designed for repeated use while maintaining an understated elegance. The proportions, rounded rim, and softened glaze texture give the piece a timeless architectural quality that feels both rustic and minimal. Today, these vessels work beautifully as sculptural decorative objects, cachepots, or flower holders in both contemporary and traditional interiors. Their neutral palette and strong silhouette allow them to integrate naturally into layered spaces, bringing warmth, texture, and a sense of Mediterranean history to shelves, consoles, kitchens, or tabletop compositions.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 12 in (30.48 cm)
  • Style:
    Rustic (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Ceramic,Hand-Crafted
  • Place of Origin:
    Italy
  • Period:
    19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Coral Gables, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10969250146162

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