Set of Three French Provincial Stoneware Oil Jugs, Double-Handled Terracotta Vessels With Natural Ash Glaze | 19th Century

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A beautifully cohesive set of three French provincial oil jugs, hand-thrown in terracotta and fired with natural ash and partial … Read more A beautifully cohesive set of three French provincial oil jugs, hand-thrown in terracotta and fired with natural ash and partial glaze, creating rich tonal variation from warm ochre to deep iron blush.

Each vessel features traditional double-handled forms, originally used for storing oil or preserved goods in rural French kitchens. The surfaces show expressive firing marks, kiln blush, and organic glaze drips—hallmarks of utilitarian pottery elevated by time and use.

The contrast between matte clay bodies and glossy, irregular glaze—particularly on the third vessel—adds depth and visual movement. These pieces retain their original character with worn bases and subtle surface irregularities consistent with 19th-century handmade pottery.

Perfect grouped as a sculptural trio, or styled individually with branches or dried stems.

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Origin: Southern France
Material: Terracotta / stoneware
Finish: Natural ash glaze with partial glazing
Features: Double handles, hand-thrown forms
Condition: Age-appropriate wear, surface variation, no major structural issues visible
Largest measures 16'' high x 9'' wide See less