Terracotta Rice Storage Jar / Planter - 19th Century Finish - Blue Lacquer these were used in the

these were used in the tea shops along the highways and in the bustling railway stations across India

This piece probably dates from the early 19thC

More unusually this piece features a reverse glass painted panel decorated with green parakeets

Our TAL design is a more contemporary reinterpretation of our beautiful bleached elm dining tables

The brass decoration has been added later

Terracotta Rice Storage Jar / Planter - 19th Century Finish - Blue Lacquer these were used in theThis rustic Chinese storage jar dates to the 19th century and originates from Shanxi province in northern China. Rich in earthy grey and charcoal tones, the surface has a beautifully weathered, wabi sabi quality that reflects decades of use and natural ageing. The jar is hand thrown, with visible throwing lines and a softly rounded form that speaks to its utilitarian origins. Originally used for storing rice wine, vinegar, and oils, these vessels were