Old glazed ceramic pot – Central Europe, around 1930

This ancient piece of popular glazed ceramic is a blue-green varnished jar with a tenon 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 designed for everyday 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 blue-green glaze covers the body up to the foot, where the ochre clay is revealed. The deep shine of the glaze contrasts with the uncovered base. 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 24 cm – Depth 21 cm – Height 21 cm Style: Popular ceramics Materials and techniques: Earthenware; lead glaze. 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.