A large French terracotta oil jar once used for walnut oil storage — simple, functional, and rich in surface character. The softly curved shape and double-handle design speak of rural life and timeworn utility.
Known locally as a "jarre à huile," this jar would have sat in cool cellars or kitchens, storing precious nut oil pressed on the farm. Today, it offers quiet presence as a sculptural accent or rustic vessel for dried stems.
✻ We love it paired with dried teasel, olive branches, or placed on an old wooden bench where light can catch its textured surface.
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- Origin : France - Period : Early to mid 20th century - Materials : Terracotta, partly glazed exterior - Dimensions : Height: approx. 35 cm (approx. 13 3/4'') Width: approx. 24cm (approx. 9 1/2'') - Condition : Good used antique condition with age-related wear, marks, and traces of use throughout. As photos and videos are part of our descriptions review them carefully before purchase. - Weight (prepared for shipping) : 5 kg - Cleaning : Dust gently with a dry or soft brush
✓ Authentic rural French oil jar with visible age and history ✓ Natural patina and irregular surface tell a story of slow use ✓ We take extra care to pack and ship your item safely, so it arrives just as beautiful as it left
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