Chinese Wine Storage Vessel

Deep red-brown glaze, scored from shoulder to base.

This wine storage vessel of pottery was made in Guangdong Province, China, in the early 20th century. Jars of this kind are commonly associated with storage of wine and household goods. The body is large and rounded, with finely combed lines running down the surface. The glaze is a rich rust brown, glossy over the shoulder, with a small patch showing near the neck. A short, thick mouth tops the form. The color pools darker toward the base and lifts to a bright, rust-orange sheen where light hits the shoulder.

About 34 inches tall. Warm color, plenty of heft.