Moorish Jars

Pair of Moroccan dark brown ceramic urns with lid from Fez Morocco. Chiseled and hand-carved calligraphy designs ornate the urns in the Ottoman style. Very decorative handmade Mooris...

Set of two Antique Moroccan Fez Ceramic Vases with Chiseled Arabic Calligraphy, Early 20th Century A magnificent pair of antique Moroccan ceramic vase handcrafted in the historic city of Fez (Fès), celebrated for centuries as Morocco's foremost center of fine pottery. This impressive vessel showcases the rich artistic heritage of Islamic craftsmanship through its elegant proportions, vibrant hand-painted decoration, and beautifully chiseled Arabic calligraphy encircling the body. Expertly wheel-thrown and hand-decorated, the vase features traditional motifs against a soft ivory crackled glaze, a classic color combination synonymous with the master potters of Fez. This impressive vessel showcases the timeless beauty of Moorish craftsmanship, featuring an earthy dark brown to black clay body meticulously hand-carved with flowing Arabic calligraphy highlighted in contrasting ivory tones. The central decorative band is adorned with finely incised Arabic poetry...

Large antique Moroccan blue and white ceramic urn with lid from Fez. Moorish style handcrafted lidded jar adorned with fine filigree silver nickel work Antique Hispano Moresque desig...

Very large lidded jars with shaped bulbous forms tapering to the bases. Decorated in yellow and blue on white with medallions with floral baskets on the shoulders. Yellow floral bands separate the lower geometric motifs. The lids with complimentary floral decoration. H. 39", Diameter 17.5”. Condition: Please see all detail photos. There are some chips to the rims, lids and base edges , stable age-related craklure to the glaze as well as an old re-glued chip...

A striking vintage Moroccan polychrome ceramic water jug, handcrafted and hand-painted in Fez, Morocco, circa 1940s. With its sculptural circular handle, rounded body, multiple pouri...

A highly decorative pair of large vintage Moroccan glazed ceramic water jugs, handcrafted and hand-painted in Fez, Morocco, circa 1940. With their s...

Antique Moroccan Fez Hand-Carved Ceramic Vase with Arabic Calligraphy, Early 20th Century A remarkable hand-sculpted Moroccan ceramic vase from the historic pottery city of Fez (Fès), celebrated for centuries as the cultural and artistic heart of Moroccan ceramics. This impressive vessel showcases the timeless beauty of Moorish craftsmanship, featuring an earthy dark brown to black clay body meticulously hand-carved with flowing Arabic calligraphy highlighted in contrasting ivory tones. The richly textured surface is entirely hand-incised with elegant Arabic script, inspired by the architectural decoration found throughout the Islamic world. The intricate calligraphy recalls the magnificent inscriptions adorning the walls, arches, and courtyards of the Alhambra Palace in Granada, Spain, reflecting the enduring artistic dialogue between Morocco and Al-Andalus. Whether composed of poetry, blessings, or ornamental inscriptions, the calligraphy transforms this vessel into a sculptural work of Islamic art. The vase features a generous flared mouth with a lightly glazed interior and is flanked by two distinctive ribbed side handles, each carefully hand-carved to complement the vessel's architectural form. Its bold silhouette and richly textured surface make it equally striking displayed alone or as a statement vessel for large floral arrangements. Handcrafted using traditional techniques passed down through generations of Fez artisans, this exceptional vase embodies the artistry and cultural heritage of Moroccan pottery. It complements Moorish, Mediterranean, Spanish Colonial, Islamic, Organic Modern, Wabi-Sabi, Global, and Bohemian interiors. Origin: Fez (Fès), Morocco Date: Early 20th Century Materials: Hand-thrown and hand-carved ceramic Style: Moorish / Islamic / Moroccan Dimensions: Height: 17.25 in. Diameter: 11 in. Mouth Opening: 6 in. Condition: Good antique condition with wear consistent with age and use. Natural variations, minor imperfections, and a beautiful aged patina enhance the authenticity and character of this handcrafted piece. A museum-worthy example of traditional Moroccan pottery, this sculptural vase beautifully combines the expressive power of Arabic calligraphy with the enduring elegance of Moorish design. Keywords: antique Moroccan vase, Fez pottery, Arabic calligraphy vase...

This small, dark blue Moroccan pot is hand painted and has a ceramic glaze. It is decorated with various ribbons of silver-like metal providing round geom...

An early 18th century German "Draubenkrug" stein. Made with wooden staves and richly engraved reticulated pewter mounts that depict leaping stags and scrolled foliage. The lid top fe...