Ceramic Vase - 16 cm - Sawankhalok
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Description from the seller
Globular jar with two small handles
Sukhothai period, Thailand
Produced in the Sawankhalok kilns
14th – 15th century
Clayey stoneware with a crazed celadon glaze
Height: 16 cm Diameter: 16 cm
This substantial globular, squat stoneware jar displays perfect symmetry. The rounded shoulder is accented by subtle concentric circular lines incised under the glaze during wheel-throwing. It supports two small looped handles, called ears, flanking a short, constricted neck that finishes with a thick circular rim slightly flared.
The piece is covered with a thick monochrome celadon glaze, of a bright olive-grey-green tint, entirely traversed by a dense network of fine natural crazing (trellis-like cracking). True to local firing techniques, the glaze ends neatly and sinuously just above the foot. The flat base and the unglazed foot reveal a dense ceramic paste that has turned brick-red (brick/latrite color) due to iron oxidation during firing.
This type of vessel, often referred to as a ginger pot or oil jar, is among the most iconic and exported productions from the major ceramic centers of the Sukhothai kingdom (primarily the Sawankhalok / Sri Satchanalai kilns). Inspired by Longquan Chinese celadons, these stoneware pieces were used to store precious condiments, fragrant oils, medicines, or ritual substances. The presence of the small handles allowed a leather or hemp cord to be threaded through to seal the lid or to suspend the vessel.
Condition
There are small original glaze skips, a chip on the midsection, a break on the side, cracks and slight firing defects.
Provenance: Kanaka The Collection - Portugal
Shipped 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 in the Sawankhalok kilns
14th – 15th century
Clayey stoneware with a crazed celadon glaze
Height: 16 cm Diameter: 16 cm
This substantial globular, squat stoneware jar displays perfect symmetry. The rounded shoulder is accented by subtle concentric circular lines incised under the glaze during wheel-throwing. It supports two small looped handles, called ears, flanking a short, constricted neck that finishes with a thick circular rim slightly flared.
The piece is covered with a thick monochrome celadon glaze, of a bright olive-grey-green tint, entirely traversed by a dense network of fine natural crazing (trellis-like cracking). True to local firing techniques, the glaze ends neatly and sinuously just above the foot. The flat base and the unglazed foot reveal a dense ceramic paste that has turned brick-red (brick/latrite color) due to iron oxidation during firing.
This type of vessel, often referred to as a ginger pot or oil jar, is among the most iconic and exported productions from the major ceramic centers of the Sukhothai kingdom (primarily the Sawankhalok / Sri Satchanalai kilns). Inspired by Longquan Chinese celadons, these stoneware pieces were used to store precious condiments, fragrant oils, medicines, or ritual substances. The presence of the small handles allowed a leather or hemp cord to be threaded through to seal the lid or to suspend the vessel.
Condition
There are small original glaze skips, a chip on the midsection, a break on the side, cracks and slight firing defects.
Provenance: Kanaka The Collection - Portugal
Shipped 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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