This large antique jug is a particularly rare find with its unique abstract hand painted design with the floral and stripe motif and pinched spout that is symbolic of the Puglia region. Dating back to the mid 1800s, the hand-thrown ceramic pitcher was used to hold wine at mealtimes. The traditional ‘righe e stelle’ design is particular to Grottaglie, a town famed for its age-old ceramic craft, where circles are combined to create rosettes or star formations. Since the 1800s the flowers were made with stencils, originally cut from sponges. What sets this jug apart from other traditional pitchers is the additional abstract motif in sea blue across the body framed by the flower pattern in black. It also features that well-loved patina brought about authentically from years of daily use and the passing of time. Today, this large pitcher would be ideal as a vase for fresh flowers or as a decorative display piece adding some country charm to any home or space. Create an impactful display with the unique southern Italian farmhouse jugs as seen in the images.
Found in Lecce
the baroque jewel and capital of the Salento.
Dimensions: H29cm x W20cm x D16cm
These are handmade antique ceramics that are perfectly imperfect and some have been used for generations, so please expect some cracks, and chips, and discolouration. These individual characteristics are part of the charm and unique quality of each piece. Please note, colour may vary from screen to screen. To utilise as a vase, it is recommended to use a separate internal water vase or vials for live stems.
This large antique jug is a particularly rare find with its unique abstract hand painted design with the floral and stripe motif and pinched spout that is symbolic of the Puglia region. Dating back to the mid 1800s, the hand-thrown ceramic pitcher was used to hold wine at mealtimes. The traditional ‘righe e stelle’ design is particular to Grottaglie, a town famed for its age-old ceramic craft, where circles are combined to create rosettes or star formations. Since the 1800s the flowers were made with stencils, originally cut from sponges. What sets this jug apart from other traditional pitchers is the additional abstract motif in sea blue across the body framed by the flower pattern in black. It also features that well-loved patina brought about authentically from years of daily use and the passing of time. Today, this large pitcher would be ideal as a vase for fresh flowers or as a decorative display piece adding some country charm to any home or space. Create an impactful display with the unique southern Italian farmhouse jugs as seen in the images.
Found in Lecce
the baroque jewel and capital of the Salento.
Dimensions: H29cm x W20cm x D16cm
These are handmade antique ceramics that are perfectly imperfect and some have been used for generations, so please expect some cracks, and chips, and discolouration. These individual characteristics are part of the charm and unique quality of each piece. Please note, colour may vary from screen to screen. To utilise as a vase, it is recommended to use a separate internal water vase or vials for live stems.
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