Antique tree of life confit pot

This antique confit pot has a minimal and spirited hand painted motif adorning the front that represents the tree of life. This handmade confit pot originates from the early 1900s and the abstract tree of life decoration signifies good fortune and longevity. The hand painted design has been rendered in a soft blue that is set against the glossy buttermilk glaze, revealing the earthy clay base. Originally used for preserving foods such as anchovies, sardines, figs or olives in olive oil, often with a handmade wooden lid, this xl example has a wonderful robust form to it. Today, it would be ideal as a vase for fresh or dried flowers, or as a decorative display piece to add farmhouse charm to any home or space. Found in ostuni. The charming hilltop town of the valle d’itria known as la città bianca (or ‘white city’). Dimensions: h30cm X w25cm X d22cm. These are handmade antique ceramics that are perfectly imperfect and some have been used for generations, so please expect some cracks, and chips, and discolouration. These individual characteristics are part of the charm and unique quality of each piece. Please note, colour may vary from screen to screen.