Old glazed ceramic pot – Central Europe, around 1930

This ancient piece of popular glazed ceramic is a jar with ochre and green glaze and a zigzag and dot slip handle. It originates from Central Europe, from the first half of the 20th century, within the realm of popular glazed pottery. The popular glazed ceramics equipped the kitchen and pantry of rural homes, serving both for use and preservation. Its earthenware and glaze were suited for daily use. The piece is hand-turned in earthenware and covered with glaze, featuring the irregular craftsmanship typical of traditional pottery. It retains its shape and function. The body is decorated with green slip in a zigzag and dot pattern over the ochre glaze, with a flared rim. The surface shows wear consistent with use. Due to its shape and glaze, it can be used as a vase, a table piece, or an accent in a kitchen or on a shelf. It fits well in rustic, country, and wabi-sabi interiors, where it adds colour and warmth. Details Dimensions: Length 20 cm – Depth 20 cm – Height 17 cm Style: Popular ceramics Materials and techniques: Earthenware; lead glaze; slip decoration. Place of origin: Central Europe Period: First half of the 20th century Date of manufacture: Circa 1930 Condition / Observations: Good. Glaze shows wear and marks due to age and use. Wear consistent with age and use.