XL Terracotta Cretan Greek Pithoi Jar
Stock No
JAR01
2021
- £1,600.00
- €1,933 Euro
- $2,023 US Dollar
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Item Description
An extra large terracotta Greek Pithoi jar from Crete. Mid 20th Century.
This vintage Greek jar from Crete shares a shape that dates back to most common use in the Bronze Age, but the form can be found used by Mediterranean civilisations as early as the Neolithic period. Originally Pithoi were used for bulk storage, primarily for fluids and grains.
Cretan hand-thrown terracotta is made with the highest quality prepared clay and crushed olive stones and grape seeds are still used as fuel for the kilns.
With beautiful hand drawn patterned details, featuring three handles on the top upper portion. The vessel has a delicate lichen coated time-worn surface, the perfect amount of age.
Making striking planters in your garden or as sculptural vessels for your home.
- Width: 73 cm (28.74″)
- Height: 105 cm (41.34″)
- Depth: 73 cm (28.74″)
Item Info
Seller
Seller Location
North Yorkshire, Yorkshire
Item Dimensions
H: 105cm W: 73cm D: 73cm
Period
Third quarter 20th Century
Item Location
United Kingdom
Seller Location
North Yorkshire, Yorkshire
Item Location
United Kingdom
Seller Contact No
+44(0)7771 962494
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