Large Antique Green Splatter Jug
A charming antique jug dating back to the mid-1800s and hailing from the southern Italian region of Puglia. The unique jug is a particularly rare find as this green splatter effect is not commonly found on jugs with this form. This hand thrown terracotta jug has a beautiful shape that highlights the handmade quality of the vessel. The antique jug has a well-loved patina that is testament to its daily use, where it was originally used as s vessel for wine at mealtimes. The green splatter effect on the surface comes from the ancient tradition of ‘smammriato’ - where artisans, in order to conceal defects from enamelling, dripped additional colours on the surface using small branches, especially bunches of thyme or from olive trees as a brush. This unique technique means each piece is one of a kind, with the wonderful colour combination of vivid green spots set against the creamy base. Today it would be ideal as vase or simply as a decorative display piece to inject some country charm into any home or space, particularly when pared with the large yeast pot, as seen in the images.
Found in Lecce
the baroque jewel and capital of the Salento.
Dimensions: H22.5cm x W15.5cm x D15cm
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.
A charming antique jug dating back to the mid-1800s and hailing from the southern Italian region of Puglia. The unique jug is a particularly rare find as this green splatter effect is not commonly found on jugs with this form. This hand thrown terracotta jug has a beautiful shape that highlights the handmade quality of the vessel. The antique jug has a well-loved patina that is testament to its daily use, where it was originally used as s vessel for wine at mealtimes. The green splatter effect on the surface comes from the ancient tradition of ‘smammriato’ - where artisans, in order to conceal defects from enamelling, dripped additional colours on the surface using small branches, especially bunches of thyme or from olive trees as a brush. This unique technique means each piece is one of a kind, with the wonderful colour combination of vivid green spots set against the creamy base. Today it would be ideal as vase or simply as a decorative display piece to inject some country charm into any home or space, particularly when pared with the large yeast pot, as seen in the images.
Found in Lecce
the baroque jewel and capital of the Salento.
Dimensions: H22.5cm x W15.5cm x D15cm
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.
A charming antique jug dating back to the mid-1800s and hailing from the southern Italian region of Puglia. The unique jug is a particularly rare find as this green splatter effect is not commonly found on jugs with this form. This hand thrown terracotta jug has a beautiful shape that highlights the handmade quality of the vessel. The antique jug has a well-loved patina that is testament to its daily use, where it was originally used as s vessel for wine at mealtimes. The green splatter effect on the surface comes from the ancient tradition of ‘smammriato’ - where artisans, in order to conceal defects from enamelling, dripped additional colours on the surface using small branches, especially bunches of thyme or from olive trees as a brush. This unique technique means each piece is one of a kind, with the wonderful colour combination of vivid green spots set against the creamy base. Today it would be ideal as vase or simply as a decorative display piece to inject some country charm into any home or space, particularly when pared with the large yeast pot, as seen in the images.
Found in Lecce
the baroque jewel and capital of the Salento.
Dimensions: H22.5cm x W15.5cm x D15cm
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.