Large Chinese Terracotta Storage Jar Planter – 19th Century Wall Art A piece is first sculpted

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

These antique Chinese side tables (sold separately) are made from red elm (jumu) and would have been used as stools or side tables

Approx size including the stand

75 x 50 (w x d x h cms)

Features: Hand-carved circular form with integral feet and naturally worn surface

Large Chinese Terracotta Storage Jar Planter – 19th Century Wall Art A piece is first sculptedThis 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