Large Black Glazed Stoneware Wine Jar - 19th Century Seating " Guanyin is the Buddhist

" Guanyin is the Buddhist bodhisattva associated with compassion and equivalent to Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva

95 x 5 x 186 (wxdxh cms)

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Unisex  - One size fits all - Size UK 14

When the mould is entirely filled it is left to cool

Large Black Glazed Stoneware Wine Jar - 19th Century Seating " Guanyin is the BuddhistThis large elegant black glazed stoneware storage jar is from 19th century Hebei province in China would have been used for the storage of liquids such as wine, vinegar, and oils. This large jar has a black dribble glaze with iridescent hints of a brown overglaze and would look best displayed as a large decorative jar. The glaze is applied as a drip glaze, hence the beautifully organic dribbles at the base. Its elegant design and high quality