South China Sea Dark Glazed Large Storage Jar

A dark lustrous brown glazed South Chinese Storage jar, the upper surface slightly faceted and lower with lines around the circumference of the jar, glazed with a lustrous brown showing through to brighter ochers and umbers below. The Jar neck with two opposing decorative handles.
South China Sea, circa 1700

Diameter: 35 cms (13.8 ins)
Height: 48 cms (19 ins)

This decorative 17th-century South China Sea Storage jar is a fine example of the region’s pottery craftsmanship. The jar’s upper surface is slightly faceted, while the lower part features lines drawn around its circumference. The jar’s dark lustrous brown glaze gives it a striking appearance, with brighter ocher and umber peeking through. The neck of the jar is adorned with two opposing decorative handles that add to its overall attractiveness.