Antique Thai Green-Glazed Water Jar Planter with Loop Handles

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"About the Item This antique Thai water jar, sold as is, features the traditional bulbous silhouette and looped shoulder handles … Read more "About the Item This antique Thai water jar, sold as is, features the traditional bulbous silhouette and looped shoulder handles characteristic of utilitarian vessels produced across Southeast Asia. Originally made for storing water or fermented goods, it now serves as a sculptural planter with strong decorative presence. The surface is coated in a richly variegated green glaze, shifting from deep emerald to earthy undertones, with natural drips and pooling that reveal the hand-formed nature of the piece. Areas of wear, exposed clay, and kiln irregularities contribute to its authentic, time-aged character. Substantial in weight and proportion, the jar sits solidly and reads as both rustic and bold, making it well-suited for interior styling, garden spaces, or entryways where a single vessel can anchor a vignette. Its handcrafted textures, irregular glaze, and utilitarian details offer the kind of visual honesty collectors appreciate in regional ceramic traditions. While now used decoratively, the piece retains the charm and straightforward functionality of its origins, offering both presence and patina in equal measure. More Details Dimensions: Height: 15.5 in (39.37 cm)Diameter: 14.5 in (36.83 cm) Materials and Techniques: Earthenware,Glazed,Hand-Crafted Place of Origin: Thailand Period: Early 20th Century Date of Manufacture: circa 1900–1930 Condition: GoodWear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Significant wear consistent with age and outdoor use. Visible cracking along one side, glaze losses, surface abrasions, and areas of exposed ceramic at the base. Interior shows remnants of soil and mineral accretions. Sold as is. Seller Location: Yonkers, NY Reference Number: Seller: YN8249 / LU863947948472" See less