Ceramic Vase - 16 cm - Sawankhalok
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Description from the seller
Globular jar with two small handles
Sukhothai period, Thailand
Produced by the Sawankhalok kilns
14th – 15th century
Clay body with crackled celadon glaze
Height: 16 cm Diameter: 16 cm
Important globular and stout stoneware jar, with perfect symmetry.
The rounded shoulder is outlined by light concentric circular incised lines under the glaze, made during the throwing. It bears two small loop handles, called ears, flanking a short, constricted neck that ends in a thick, slightly flared circular lip.
The piece is covered with a thick monochrome celadon-type glaze, a bright olive-gray-green hue, entirely traversed by a dense network of fine natural craquelure (tressage). True to local firing techniques, the glaze ends abruptly and sinuously just above the foot. The flat base and the unglazed foot reveal a dense ceramic paste that has darkened to reddish-brown (brick/latrine color) due to iron oxidation during firing.
This type of vessel, often described as a ginger jar or an oil jar, is among the most iconic and export-oriented productions of the great ceramic centers of the Kingdom of Sukhothai (primarily the Sri Satchanalai / Sawankhalok kilns). Inspired by Chinese Longquan celadons, these stoneware pieces were used to store precious condiments, perfumed oils, medicines, or ritual substances. The presence of the small handles allowed the attachment of a leather or hemp cord to seal the lid or to suspend the vessel.
Condition report
Notes some original glaze crazing jumps, a flake on the belly, a crack on the side, cracks and minor firing flaws.
Provenance: Kanaka The Collection - Portugal
Sent with UPS and insured
Seller's Story
Kanaka The Collection is a Portugal-based web gallery specialising in Asian art, with a particular focus on the arts of Southeast Asia.
With over 20 years of experience and passion for Asian art, we offer a carefully curated selection of sculptures, ceramics and works of art from across Asia, chosen for their artistic quality, authenticity and historical interest.
Every piece is professionally packed, and we ship worldwide to collectors and institutions.
We remain personally available to collectors before and after each acquisition.
Translated by Google TranslateGlobular jar with two small handles
Sukhothai period, Thailand
Produced by the Sawankhalok kilns
14th – 15th century
Clay body with crackled celadon glaze
Height: 16 cm Diameter: 16 cm
Important globular and stout stoneware jar, with perfect symmetry.
The rounded shoulder is outlined by light concentric circular incised lines under the glaze, made during the throwing. It bears two small loop handles, called ears, flanking a short, constricted neck that ends in a thick, slightly flared circular lip.
The piece is covered with a thick monochrome celadon-type glaze, a bright olive-gray-green hue, entirely traversed by a dense network of fine natural craquelure (tressage). True to local firing techniques, the glaze ends abruptly and sinuously just above the foot. The flat base and the unglazed foot reveal a dense ceramic paste that has darkened to reddish-brown (brick/latrine color) due to iron oxidation during firing.
This type of vessel, often described as a ginger jar or an oil jar, is among the most iconic and export-oriented productions of the great ceramic centers of the Kingdom of Sukhothai (primarily the Sri Satchanalai / Sawankhalok kilns). Inspired by Chinese Longquan celadons, these stoneware pieces were used to store precious condiments, perfumed oils, medicines, or ritual substances. The presence of the small handles allowed the attachment of a leather or hemp cord to seal the lid or to suspend the vessel.
Condition report
Notes some original glaze crazing jumps, a flake on the belly, a crack on the side, cracks and minor firing flaws.
Provenance: Kanaka The Collection - Portugal
Sent with UPS and insured
Seller's Story
Kanaka The Collection is a Portugal-based web gallery specialising in Asian art, with a particular focus on the arts of Southeast Asia.
With over 20 years of experience and passion for Asian art, we offer a carefully curated selection of sculptures, ceramics and works of art from across Asia, chosen for their artistic quality, authenticity and historical interest.
Every piece is professionally packed, and we ship worldwide to collectors and institutions.
We remain personally available to collectors before and after each acquisition.
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Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
Sawankhalok
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Thailand
Material
Ceramic
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
16 cm
Width
16 cm
Depth
16 cm
Diameter
16 cm
Estimated period
1550-1600
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