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Antique

One-Of-A-Kind

Ceramic

Auvergne Water Jug

France, 19th Century

$185

This two-handled water jug, unearthed at a bustling flea market in the South of France, hails from the Auvergne region, renowned for its rich pottery traditions. Crafted in the 19th century, such jugs were essential household items, used daily to fetch and store water from local wells. Now this masterpiece is perfect to display branches, or as a statement piece on any table top.

  • Dimensions:

    18" H x 12" W x 12" D

  • Materials:

    Ceramic

  • Weight Range:

    16 lbs

  • Notes from Sylvie:

    Please note dear collector that this piece has minor glaze chips, drips and cracks throughout, we think it only adds to its charm.

In the rolling hills of the Auvergne region, this two-handled water jug was once an essential part of daily life. Crafted by skilled potters in the 19th century, it was designed to carry water from local wells, its sturdy form and dual handles providing balance on uneven countryside paths. Imagine it sitting on a stone kitchen counter, filled to the brim, ready for cooking, cleaning, and quenching the thirst of those who toiled the land.

Over time, its earthy glaze developed a rich patina, bearing witness to the rhythms of rural French life. Discovered years later at a bustling flea market in the South of France, it’s easy to picture its journey—from a farmhouse in the Auvergne to the hands of someone who recognized its beauty and history.

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