Old glazed ceramic jug – Central Europe, around 1930

This ancient glazed popular ceramic jug is a spouted jug with honey glaze and a side handle. It originates from Central Europe, from the first half of the 20th century, in popular glazed pottery. The popular glazed ceramics equipped the kitchen and pantry of the rural home, for serving and preserving. 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 honey-coloured glaze covers the baluster body with a uniform sheen and gentle drips. The surface shows wear consistent with use. Due to its shape and glaze, it can be used as a vase, table piece, or accent in a kitchen or on a shelf. It fits into rustic, country, and wabi-sabi interiors, where it adds colour and warmth. Details Dimensions: Length 16 cm – Depth 13 cm – Height 22.5 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.