Indonesian Kendi or Ritual Water Vessel

A broad, belly-heavy pot with a short spout and a small crowned lid.

This kendi or ritual water vessel is from Java, Indonesia. It is terra cotta. Java has a long tradition of pottery, and vessels for water have been used both in daily life and in ceremonies and offerings. Wide rounded body with a pinched waist above a flared foot, finished in glossy dark brown with lighter scuffs. A lid with a stepped, button-like top fits snugly, and a short spout points left. It is 5.5 inches wide, 5 deep and 7 high.

Comfortably round, and not apologizing for it.