17th-century salt-glazed stoneware jug

This 17th-century stoneware jug is an authentic piece of utilitarian pottery from the early modern period. The salt glaze gives the surface its characteristic, lightly speckled sheen, created when salt is thrown into the hot kiln. Stoneware jugs like this were used in the 17th century to store and pour beer, wine and water. Centuries of use have given the jug a rich and lively character; jugs of this kind are sought-after collector’s items. Beautiful in a classic as well as a modern or wabi sabi interior, as a standalone eye-catcher or as a vase. Height 24 cm, diameter 15 cm. Material: salt-glazed stoneware. Period: 17th century. Condition: good, with signs of use consistent with age and use.