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Large Painted Terracotta Olive Jar
Arcadia Antiques
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Large Painted Terracotta Olive Jar

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Arcadia Antiques
Description

Large early 20th C painted terracotta olive jar. Would make a great lamp base. 1910.

Reference: 8178

Dimensions

27 inches (69 cms) High

20 inches (51 cms) Diameter

Physical Dimensions
Height
69cm (27.17")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Declaration

Arcadia Antiques has dated this Painted Terracotta Olive Jar to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1035241
Dealers Internal Reference
8178
Description
Large early 20th C painted terracotta olive jar. Would make a great lamp base. 1910.

Reference: 8178

Dimensions

27 inches (69 cms) High

20 inches (51 cms) Diameter

Height
69cm (27.17")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Date of Manufacture

Arcadia Antiques has dated this Painted Terracotta Olive Jar to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1035241
Dealers Internal Ref
8178
Arcadia Antiques
Arcadia Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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A large, tapered terracotta olive jar featuring a heavily distressed off-white painted surface over dark earthenware clay with a rolled rim.
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Archive I A large, tapered terracotta olive jar featuring a heavily distressed off-white painted surface over dark earthenware clay with a rolled rim.

Large Painted Terracotta Olive Jar

Archive II A large, tapered terracotta olive jar featuring a heavily distressed off-white painted surface over dark earthenware clay with a rolled rim. View II
Archive III A large, tapered terracotta olive jar featuring a heavily distressed off-white painted surface over dark earthenware clay with a rolled rim. View III
Archive IV A large, tapered terracotta olive jar featuring a heavily distressed off-white painted surface over dark earthenware clay with a rolled rim. View IV
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Arcadia Antiques

Arcadia Antiques
Telephone 07768 666 833 or 01926 611923
Location
Westfields Farm
Fosse Way
Radford Semele
Leamington Spa
Warwickshire
CV31 1XL
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/arcadia
Verified Since Jun 2009
Items For Sale 698
Items Sold 6,142
Arcadia Antiques
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Location: Westfields Farm, Fosse Way, Radford Semele, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, CV31 1XL,
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/arcadia
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A large, tapered terracotta olive jar featuring a heavily distressed off-white painted surface over dark earthenware clay with a rolled rim.
Large Painted Terracotta Olive Jar
Ref: SA1035241
A large, tapered terracotta olive jar featuring a heavily distressed off-white painted surface over dark earthenware clay with a rolled rim.
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Historically used across Southern Europe for storing and transporting olive oil, grain, or wine, these large earthenware jars feature tapered bases and heavy rims designed for durability and stability.

These vessels were hand-thrown or coil-built using dense local clay, fired at high temperatures, and frequently treated with lime washes or paint to seal the porous earthenware.

Authentic examples exhibit natural surface degradation, heavy patination, remnant lime wash, and irregular hand-shaped symmetry consistent with traditional pottery techniques.

Position the vessel as a focal sculptural element on a floor, hearth, or entry area, pairing the weathered ceramic texture with clean-lined contemporary furniture.

Dust gently with a soft dry brush to preserve loose lime wash or paint finish, avoiding water or abrasive chemical cleaners that could cause further flaking.
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