Large Chinese Terracotta Storage Jar Planter – 19th Century Wall Art 75 x 50 (w x

75 x 50 (w x d x h cms)

Approx size including the stand

A piece is first sculpted from wax and then coated with clay (usually made from termite hills) which creates the outer mold

The marble for these tables is still carved by hand in the old fashion way by skilled craftsmen in small workshops in Rajasthan

Large Chinese Terracotta Storage Jar Planter – 19th Century Wall Art 75 x 50 (w xThis impressive 19th century Chinese terracotta vessel was originally crafted as a practical storage jar, designed to hold grain, water, oils, or other household provisions. Its generous scale and beautifully balanced form reflect the enduring simplicity of traditional Chinese pottery, where functionality and craftsmanship were closely intertwined. Handmade from terracotta and fired to produce a rich charcoal grey surface, the jar displays subtle