Details
- Dimensions
- 8.5ʺW × 5.5ʺD × 10.25ʺH
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Morocco
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Terra Cotta
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Terra Cotta
- Condition Notes
- Good Condition. Natural weathering from years of use. Discoloration from oxidation and from firing of the clay. Some minor chips … moreGood Condition. Natural weathering from years of use. Discoloration from oxidation and from firing of the clay. Some minor chips may be found on a selected few. less
- Description
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From the Atlas mountains of Morocco, the Berber people have been making these unique vessels for applications in their daily …
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From the Atlas mountains of Morocco, the Berber people have been making these unique vessels for applications in their daily lives, This particular pot was a water jar. The terra cotta was fired so that the pot would leach or sweat; thus cooling the pot. Leaving cooler drinkable water available.
These jars feature their primitive design adorned in geometric patterns and they are typically dyed with henna. less
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