Antique Marbled Canister

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€157.95

An antique jar from Grottaglie, Puglia, in Southern Italy. A one-of-a-kind ceramic piece with the marks of age and former use.

In the past, it was commonly used in household kitchens to store lard, salted olives, tomato sauce, and other products.

Although the pottery is made in a folk kiln and is practical, the decorations, which are applied using traditional techniques rooted in the area, give each piece the feel of a small painting.

With their simple appearance, these pieces are a perfect embodiment of Southern Italian folk art, encapsulating the artisanal skills and local food culture.

Size: φ9 × H15 × W12 cm
Country: Italy
Origin: Puglia–Basilicata area, Southern Italy
Estimated age: Early 1900s
No.: AN-5080

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φ9cm

HEIGHT15cm

WIDTH12cm

SIZE

WIDTH / 幅

12 cm

HEIGHT / 高さ

15 cm

DIAMETER / 直径

9 cm

Location

Grottaglie, Puglia / Italy

The small town of Grottaglie in the Puglia region has long been known as the "Town of Ceramics." While pottery centers across Italy moved toward ornate Majolica ware, this town continued to produce honest, everyday pottery rooted in daily life, without following trends. Among these, the "Robba Bianca" vessels coated with white glaze and jars for storing grain and oil are iconic symbols of Grottaglie. Within their simple, understated appearance lies the inevitable beauty born from function and the strength of the earth. These forms, passed down through generations, blend seamlessly into modern spaces, supporting daily life with their quiet presence.

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