Early 19Th Century Terracotta Ponne Storage Vessel
Stock No
4501
2018
- £890.00
- €1,015 Euro
- $1,168 US Dollar
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Item Description
Terracotta Ponne (Storage Vessel) France, early 19th century This robust terracotta vessel, known as a ponne, was used in rural French households for a variety of domestic purposes, including storing grains, curing, and washing linens. Hand-thrown from local clay and fired at a low temperature, the vessel retains the warm, earthy tones characteristic of regional earthenware. Its simple rounded form and sturdy rim reflect a balance of utility and rustic beauty, embodying the practical craftsmanship of early 19th-century French potters. Such vessels were essential to daily life in provincial France, where the household economy depended on durable, multifunctional wares made from readily available materials. Today, pieces like this ponne evoke the quiet artistry of traditional rural life and the enduring appeal of handcrafted form alongside organic aesthetic credentials. Material: Terracotta Origin: France
Dimensions: 45cm (H) x 43cm (W) x 43cm (D)
Item Info
Seller
Seller Location
Crawley, Sussex, Sussex
Item Dimensions
H: 45cm W: 43cm D: 43cm
Period
19th Century
Item Location
United Kingdom
Seller Location
Crawley, Sussex, Sussex
Item Location
United Kingdom
Seller Contact No
+44 (0)7900 240624
+44 (0)7795 115770
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