Antique Green Rim Terracotta Pot
This antique hand thrown, cylindrical shaped vessel from Calabria is typical of confit pots in southern Italy called ‘capasa’. The confit pot is internally glazed as it was originally used to preserve food like ricotta, olives in brine or dried figs. This rustic terracotta pot has a green glaze around the rim that gives way to a matte white glaze and the raw terracotta base. The antique pot has an organic patina which has eroded beautifully over time with use, making it ever more charming. The partial glaze was added for hygienic (and economical) purposes rather than decorative, so it could be wiped clean easily after use. It was also a less expensive technique used rather than glazing the entire vessel. There is an indent on the external upper edge where a cloth would have been tied with a rope to cover the precious contents. Today this farmhouse pot makes a lovely decorative display piece, or could be used as a vase, planter or unique storage vessel.
Found in Squillace
a hilltop town in Calabria known for its ancient ceramic craft.
Dimensions: H18.5cm x W15.5cm x D15.5cm
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..
This antique hand thrown, cylindrical shaped vessel from Calabria is typical of confit pots in southern Italy called ‘capasa’. The confit pot is internally glazed as it was originally used to preserve food like ricotta, olives in brine or dried figs. This rustic terracotta pot has a green glaze around the rim that gives way to a matte white glaze and the raw terracotta base. The antique pot has an organic patina which has eroded beautifully over time with use, making it ever more charming. The partial glaze was added for hygienic (and economical) purposes rather than decorative, so it could be wiped clean easily after use. It was also a less expensive technique used rather than glazing the entire vessel. There is an indent on the external upper edge where a cloth would have been tied with a rope to cover the precious contents. Today this farmhouse pot makes a lovely decorative display piece, or could be used as a vase, planter or unique storage vessel.
Found in Squillace
a hilltop town in Calabria known for its ancient ceramic craft.
Dimensions: H18.5cm x W15.5cm x D15.5cm
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..
This antique hand thrown, cylindrical shaped vessel from Calabria is typical of confit pots in southern Italy called ‘capasa’. The confit pot is internally glazed as it was originally used to preserve food like ricotta, olives in brine or dried figs. This rustic terracotta pot has a green glaze around the rim that gives way to a matte white glaze and the raw terracotta base. The antique pot has an organic patina which has eroded beautifully over time with use, making it ever more charming. The partial glaze was added for hygienic (and economical) purposes rather than decorative, so it could be wiped clean easily after use. It was also a less expensive technique used rather than glazing the entire vessel. There is an indent on the external upper edge where a cloth would have been tied with a rope to cover the precious contents. Today this farmhouse pot makes a lovely decorative display piece, or could be used as a vase, planter or unique storage vessel.
Found in Squillace
a hilltop town in Calabria known for its ancient ceramic craft.
Dimensions: H18.5cm x W15.5cm x D15.5cm
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..