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Earthenware Collection (#58)

"Exploring the Timeless Beauty of Earthenware: From Ancient Artifacts to Victorian Craftsmanship" Earthenware, a versatile and enduring medium

Background imageEarthenware Collection: Bazar street Kujundziluk, souvenir shop selling traditional black glazed earthenware cooking pots

Bazar street Kujundziluk, souvenir shop selling traditional black glazed earthenware cooking pots. Historic town of Mostar. Bosnia Herzegovina

Background imageEarthenware Collection: The wine cellar and tasting room, walls are lined with bottles stacked in terracotta

The wine cellar and tasting room, walls are lined with bottles stacked in terracotta earthenware tubes. Vinarija Stankela Stanko winery, Medugorje, near Mostar. Medjugorje. Bosnia Herzegovina

Background imageEarthenware Collection: Bottles stored laying down piled high in terracotta earthenware tube containers

Bottles stored laying down piled high in terracotta earthenware tube containers. VitaI Vitaai Gangas Winery, Citluk, near Mostar. Federation Bosne i Hercegovine. Bosnia Herzegovina

Background imageEarthenware Collection: Bottles laying down piled high in terracotta earthenware tube containers. VitaI Vitaai

Bottles laying down piled high in terracotta earthenware tube containers. VitaI Vitaai Vitai Gangas Winery, Citluk, near Mostar. Federation Bosne i Hercegovine. Bosnia Herzegovina

Background imageEarthenware Collection: DE BRY: COOKING. Eastern Native Americans boiling meat in earthen pots

DE BRY: COOKING. Eastern Native Americans boiling meat in earthen pots. Engraving from Theodor de Brys America, Part I, c1590

Background imageEarthenware Collection: Fountain of the Written Stone, Cordova, Spain

Fountain of the Written Stone, Cordova, Spain
Fountain of the Written Stone, Cordova, Andalusia, Spain Date: circa 1910s

Background imageEarthenware Collection: Young French girl practising her division

Young French girl practising her division
The Four Rules - Division. I am cutting this terrine in two..... but I am eating the whole thing!!! Date: 1905

Background imageEarthenware Collection: Village Vicar not tempted with the offer of a pint of mild

Village Vicar not tempted with the offer of a pint of mild
The Vicar is not tempted with the offer of a pint of mild from a village Yokel. A card from the Weather Reports series, entitled " Genial and Mild". Date: 1907

Background imageEarthenware Collection: Antique battery

Antique battery

Background imageEarthenware Collection: Potters workshop

Potters workshop
An European female potter in her workshop shapes clay on a potters wheel. Closeup of her hands

Background imageEarthenware Collection: female potter

female potter
An European female potter in her workshop shapes clay on a potters wheel. Closeup of her hands

Background imageEarthenware Collection: PERU: CHIMU JAR. Polished blackware stirrup jar, made by the Chimu culture of ancient Peru

PERU: CHIMU JAR. Polished blackware stirrup jar, made by the Chimu culture of ancient Peru, 13th - 15th century

Background imageEarthenware Collection: Africa, West Africa, Ghana, Sirigu. Handcrafted pottery leaning against traditional

Africa, West Africa, Ghana, Sirigu. Handcrafted pottery leaning against traditional mud dwelling in Sirigu painted village

Background imageEarthenware Collection: Primitive Oil Refinery

Primitive Oil Refinery in Iraq or Iran

Background imageEarthenware Collection: Owen Jones Renaiss 80

Owen Jones Renaiss 80
Ornaments copied from enamelled earthenware, glassware, a carved wood panel and silk embroidery, mostly of the 16th and 17th centuries

Background imageEarthenware Collection: Detail of azulejos (earthenware tiles) on an outside wall of the 18th century Do Carmo church

Detail of azulejos (earthenware tiles) on an outside wall of the 18th century Do Carmo church. Oporto, Portugal, Europe

Background imageEarthenware Collection: Detail of the azulejos (earthenware tiles) in the cloister of Se cathedral

Detail of the azulejos (earthenware tiles) in the cloister of Se cathedral, Oporto, Portugal, Europe

Background imageEarthenware Collection: Earthenware for Sale

Earthenware for Sale
Earthenware articles for sale at a street crockery stall

Background imageEarthenware Collection: Earthenware Shop / 1782

Earthenware Shop / 1782
People chatting outside an earthenware shop at Farnham, Surrey




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"Exploring the Timeless Beauty of Earthenware: From Ancient Artifacts to Victorian Craftsmanship" Earthenware, a versatile and enduring medium, has captivated artists and artisans throughout history. Its rich legacy can be traced back to various corners of the world, each offering unique glimpses into its cultural significance. In Renaissance-era Europe, Owen Jones showcased his mastery with the "Renaissance 78, " an exquisite earthenware piece that epitomized elegance and sophistication. Meanwhile, Japanese art flourished with a stunning bowl of pottery from Kioto in the 19th century, showcasing intricate craftsmanship and delicate beauty. Traveling further back in time, Thomas Truxton Kendrick's jar from the early 19th century transports us to an era where creativity knew no bounds. This remarkable creation stands as a testament to human ingenuity during that period. Delving even deeper into history reveals Lucanian Calyx-Krater from around 400 BC—an ancient Greek masterpiece crafted meticulously out of earthenware. Its timeless allure continues to mesmerize art enthusiasts worldwide. The Victorian period witnessed workers laboring diligently in earthenware pottery factories—a scene reminiscent of dedication and commitment towards their craft. These unsung heroes played an essential role in shaping our understanding of this artistic medium. Even tragic events like the sinking of RMS Carpathia couldn't diminish earthenware's allure; salvaged red octagonal floor tiles serve as poignant reminders of both resilience and beauty amidst adversity. Japan holds a special place when it comes to earthenware traditions—its vibrant culture is evident through bustling Earthenware Shops brimming with colorful creations that reflect centuries-old techniques passed down through generations. Bizen Ware Sacred Horse and Attendants stand tall among these masterpieces—a symbol of reverence for tradition intertwined with spiritual beliefs. Venturing beyond Japan's borders takes us to Nigeria's Rafin Kura region where a head sculpted from terracotta, dating back to 500 BC.