African Clay Pots
Antique 20th Century North African Clay Pot Signed Sabiha - 2Y526
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This antique North African clay pot, signed Sabiha, is an authentic and unique piece from the 20th
Category
20th Century Antiquities
Materials
Clay
Hammered Copper Wall Relief of African Pots, Congo 1960s, in the Style of Baruti
Located in Antwerp, BE
relief, created in Congo around the 1960s–1970s, depicts a series of traditional African clay pots in a
Category
Mid-20th Century Congolese Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Copper
$3,362
H 20.08 in W 48.04 in D 1.58 in
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19th Century Bulbous African Clay Storage Pot / Jar
Located in Pickering, North Yorkshire
A lovely squat and bulbous African earthenware / clay storage jar.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Ghanaian Tribal Urns
Materials
Clay
African Shona Pot
Located in Wainscott, NY
This is a pot made in Southern Africa by the Shona peoples. The pots are typically used to carry
Category
20th Century South African Tribal Art
Materials
Clay
Mid-20th Century Zulu Ceramic Beer Pot, South Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Offered by ZENA KRUZICK
Mid-20th Century Zulu Ceramic Beer Pot, South Africa
This large beer
Category
Mid-20th Century South African Tribal Vases
Materials
Clay
19th Century African Red Clay Water Pot from Mali
Located in Wainscott, NY
19th century African red clay water pot. This piece is from Mali. This generous size pot features
Category
Antique 19th Century Malian Ceramics
Materials
Clay
south african clay pot with Lid
Located in St. Helena, CA
only a few artists know the technique in making these Nunuma Clay Pots or Burkina Faso. these rare
Category
Vintage 1940s South African Pottery
Materials
Clay
Lobi Pot, West Africa, circa 1940s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A clay pot from the Burkina Faso region of West Africa.
Category
Vintage 1940s Burkinabe Pottery
Materials
Clay
Early 20th Century White Clay Zulu Pot with Intricate Triangle Etchings
Located in Amarillo, TX
White clay zulu pot with intricate triangle carvings.
Category
Early 20th Century South African Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières
Materials
Clay
Early 20th Century White Clay Zulu Pot with Intricate Arch Etchings
Located in Amarillo, TX
White clay zulu pot with intricate arch carvings.
Category
Early 20th Century South African Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières
Materials
Clay
Early 20th Century White Clay Zulu Pot with Intricate Diamond Shaped Etchings
Located in Amarillo, TX
White clay zulu pot with intricate diamond carvings.
Category
Early 20th Century South African Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières
Materials
Clay
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African Clay Pots For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of African clay pots for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique African clay pots was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic and clay. African clay pots have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century.
How Much are African Clay Pots?
Prices for African clay pots can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, African clay pots begin at $375 and can go as high as $7,500, while the average can fetch as much as $900.
Questions About African Clay Pots
- How are African clay pots made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022African clay pots are made by coiling the material around a flattened base and then hand-molding it into the desired shape. Then, the piece is sun dried and fired at a low temperature. On 1stDibs, find authentic African clay pots from some of the top sellers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, clay pots and terracotta pots are not the same. While terracotta pots are a type of clay pot, not all clay pots are terracotta. Terracotta is a clay material that is modeled and fired to create a signature brown-orange color. Clay pots can be created in any color. Browse a range of both clay and terracotta pots on 1stDibs.
- What is an African pot?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022African pottery is diverse and culturally varied. An African pot can be a simple vessel for food or liquid but many carry social and religious significance. African pottery has always been highly sought after and is beloved by antique collectors worldwide. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique African pottery from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Are clay pots good for plants?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, clay pots are good for plants. These pots provide a healthy environment for most plants because material's porous nature allows air and moisture to penetrate the sides of the pot. Clay pots can remove excess moisture from the potting soil reducing the chance of root rot.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A terracotta pot is simply a clay pot that has been fired. Clay is just the name of the material that terracotta pots are made out of. Shop an array of terracotta pots from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.