{"product_id":"vintage-provencal-drip-glazed-ceramic-jug-w-lid-93-4","title":"Vintage Provençal Drip-Glazed Ceramic Jug w\/ Lid - 9¾\"","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA charming vintage handcrafted ceramic jug with its lid, inspired by traditional Provençal pottery, featuring a rounded baluster form, a generous arched handle, and a small pouring spout balanced by a secondary loop handle. The surface is enlivened by a beautifully fluid glaze treatment, with soft green and cobalt-blue drips running over a warm cream ground in a manner reminiscent of rustic Mediterranean ceramics. The glaze work gives the piece a spontaneous, painterly quality, while the warm terracotta visible around the foot adds contrast and depth.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFairly heavy in weight, the jug was likely made in the mid-to-late 20th century rather than being an earlier regional example, though it clearly draws inspiration from traditional southern French utilitarian wares. The piece shows a stable crack to the main handle, along with minor surface wear and firing irregularities consistent with its handmade nature.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eRich in French country charm, it would display beautifully in a farmhouse kitchen, alongside collections of folk pottery, or displayed on its own for for the warmth and character of its glaze. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition and patina consistent with age.\u003cbr\u003eApprox. overall 9¾\" high x 8¾\" long incl. spout x 6¼\" \u003cbr\u003eApprox. overall 25cm high x 22cm long incl. spout x 16cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chez Pluie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53446386647378,"sku":"24538","price":324.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1166\/6698\/files\/DSC02989_0d9605a0-2d46-4a59-b974-bab6fc1a71b1.jpg?v=1778830838","url":"https:\/\/www.chezpluie.com\/products\/vintage-provencal-drip-glazed-ceramic-jug-w-lid-93-4","provider":"Chez Pluie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}