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French Glazed Terracotta Oil Jar (Auvergne)
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French Glazed Terracotta Oil Jar (Auvergne)

19th century
Sold 19 January 2026 · Graham Price Antiques Ltd.
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Description

A French glazed walnut jar from the Auvergne, circa early 1800s.

It bears the beautiful irregularities that come with being fully handmade. It has some wear from use over time adding to its visual appeal and is structurally sound.

Width 34cm (13.5")

Depth 34cm (13.5")

Height 39cm (15.25")

*Price includes VAT (If you are buying for export please contact us for a price without VAT).

If you have any questions about this item or would like us to provide you with a shipping quote please to send us an email or call Byron any time on +447834728628. If you wish to arrange your own courier, or collect in person, that’s fine.

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We keep a large stock of antique furniture and decorative items at all times. If you are looking for something specific we have lots of stock not listed online so it is always worth asking.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
39cm (15.35")
Width
34cm (13.39")
Depth
34cm (13.39")
Declaration

Graham Price Antiques Ltd. has dated this French Terracotta Oil Jar to the 19th Century.

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SA1121156
Description
A French glazed walnut jar from the Auvergne, circa early 1800s.

It bears the beautiful irregularities that come with being fully handmade. It has some wear from use over time adding to its visual appeal and is structurally sound.

fig 1. An antique French glazed terracotta oil jar with two handles, a secondary spout, and textured brown mottled glaze.
fig 1. French Glazed Terracotta Oil Jar (Auvergne)

Width 34cm (13.5")

Depth 34cm (13.5")

Height 39cm (15.25")

Price includes VAT (If you are buying for export please contact us for a price without VAT).

“
If you have any questions about this item or would like us to provide you with a shipping quote please to send us an email or call Byron any time on +447834728628.
Graham Price Antiques Ltd.

If you wish to arrange your own courier, or collect in person, that’s fine.

fig 2. An antique French glazed terracotta oil jar with two handles, a secondary spout, and textured brown mottled glaze.
fig 2. French Glazed Terracotta Oil Jar (Auvergne)

You can contact us for an invoice to make payment by bank transfer.

We keep a large stock of antique furniture and decorative items at all times. If you are looking for something specific we have lots of stock not listed online so it is always worth asking.

We have a large warehouse and showrooms open to the trade by appointment. Please get in touch if you would like to come and visit us.

Height
39cm (15.35")
Width
34cm (13.39")
Depth
34cm (13.39")
Date of Manufacture

Graham Price Antiques Ltd. has dated this French Terracotta Oil Jar to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1121156
Graham Price Antiques Ltd.
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French Glazed Terracotta Oil Jar (Auvergne)

Archive II An antique French glazed terracotta oil jar with two handles, a secondary spout, and textured brown mottled glaze. View II
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Archive V An antique French glazed terracotta oil jar with two handles, a secondary spout, and textured brown mottled glaze. View V
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Graham Price Antiques Ltd.
Telephone 07834 728628
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Near Heathfield
East Sussex
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
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An antique French glazed terracotta oil jar with two handles, a secondary spout, and textured brown mottled glaze.
French Glazed Terracotta Oil Jar (Auvergne)
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An antique French glazed terracotta oil jar with two handles, a secondary spout, and textured brown mottled glaze.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectJars and Vessels
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Country
  • MaterialTerracotta, Earthenware, Lead Glaze
  • ColourBrown
  • MotifsDual loop handles, Applied pouring spout, Ribbed surface detailing, Mottled glaze finish
  • SizeH 39 cm (15 in) x W 34 cm (13 in) x D 34 cm (13 in)

FAQs

French glazed terracotta oil jars were traditionally crafted in rural regions such as Auvergne and Provence for agricultural storage, specifically holding olive oil, wine, and water. These utilitarian vessels were made by local potters using regional clay deposits, featuring lead glazes designed to make the porous earthenware watertight.

These vessels are constructed from locally sourced regional clay, thrown on a traditional potters wheel or formed using coiling techniques, then finished with applied handles and spouts. The distinctive surface texture comes from traditional mineral-based glazes applied before firing in wood-burning kilns.

Authentic pieces exhibit signs of age including uneven glaze pooling, historical firing imperfections, surface wear, and natural mineral patination. Hand-formed structural elements, such as applied handles and thumb-pressed ribbing, indicate traditional artisanal production methods characteristic of 18th and 19th-century rural potteries.

An antique terracotta jar can be styled as a focal decorative object on a sideboard, console table, or floor, contrasting against clean architectural lines. Its earthy texture and organic silhouette complement neutral palettes, minimalist spaces, and transitional interior schemes.

Preserve antique terracotta by dusting with a soft, dry cloth and avoiding harsh chemical cleaners or abrasive scouring pads. If used to hold dried botanicals, line the interior with a waterproof insert to prevent moisture from interacting with the porous historical clay.
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