Ancient glazed stoneware jug – Europe, 18th / early 19th century

This stoneware jug has a traditional globular shape, thrown on a wheel, with a massive side handle and a slightly narrowed neck. It is partially covered with a lead green glaze, applied in vertical drips, revealing the light clay on the rest of the body. Natural wear, firing irregularities, missing glaze, and signs of time testify to its old and authentic use. This type of production is characteristic of utilitarian pottery workshops in Western Europe (France, Germany, or bordering regions), prevalent between the 18th century and the early 19th century, intended for the storage and transport of liquids. A simple and expressive object, with a strong decorative presence, ideal as a sculptural piece or vase. The price of this antique jug takes into account its authenticity, estimated age (18th – early 19th century), and its handmade production in glazed stoneware. The shape, partial green glaze, and signs of use consistent with the time indicate an old utilitarian object, now sought after for its decorative value and sculptural character. Comparable pieces in unrestored ancient stoneware of similar dimensions generally range from €100 to €300 in the current market. The proposed price reflects the state of conservation, the aesthetics of the object, and its relative rarity.