Chinese Black Glazed Storage Jar From Shanxi - 19thC Origin - Korea 47 x 47 x 8

47 x 47 x 8 (wxdxh cms)

They're framed by the shou symbol

Condition: Beautifully aged patina with historic paint loss consistent with age

The whole piece is made in elm wood and is iron bound

Teak Anglo Indian Pedestal Desk - 19thC

Chinese Black Glazed Storage Jar From Shanxi - 19thC Origin - Korea 47 x 47 x 8Chinese black glazed storage jars like these originate from Shanxi province and date to the late 19th century and early 20th century. They were used for storing rice wine, vinegar & oils. This piece is around 150 years old and is marked with the characters 'yuan', 'sheng' & 'xi' the latter meaning west. It is likely the name of the owner this jar was made from. This piece would look fantastic in a contemporary home with dried flowers or planted with