African Vases and Vessels

19th century Morocco two handle vase with detailed bronze strips. Pieces painted with hashtag design. Fluted opening. From the Atlas mountain region. Part of a large collection.

This unique vintage horn trio vase is a remarkable example of rustic, bohemian design with a sculptural edge. Crafted from authentic polished horn, this curio features three conjoine...

Moroccan Water Jug – Blue Moroccan Water Jug – Blue. Hand-made in Morocco. The glass is mouth blown and available in a beautiful soft blue, due to the artisa...

Contemporary Moroccan Mouth Blown Glass Jar - Dark Blue. Hand-made in Morocco. The glass is mouth blown and available in an assortment of colours. Each jar comes with a heavy lid. ...

Brass Middle Eastern Syrian bowl finely hand-etched with Arabic calligraphy writing inscriptions. Engraved and hand-chased Arabic Islamic calligraphy and geometric arabesque and flor...

Contemporary Moroccan Mouth Blown Glass Jar - Moss Green. Hand-made in Morocco. The glass is mouth blown and available in an assortment of colours. Each jar comes with a heavy lid....

Vintage Hand-Carved African Hardwood Storage Vessel with Geometric Tribal Decoration A substantial hand-carved African hardwood storage vessel featuring a beautifully rounded form a...

Contemporary Moroccan Mouth Blown Glass Jar - Green. Hand-made in Morocco. The glass is mouth blown and available in an assortment of colours. Each jar comes with a heavy lid. Superb...

Signed: Jaimal Odedra Each piece is modeled and cast by hand using a traditional Moroccan sand casting method. "In creating these works, I was interested in exploring and enhan...

Signed: Jaimal Odedra Each piece is modeled and cast by hand using a traditional Moroccan sand casting method. "In creating these works, I was interested in exploring and enhan...

Very large hand-coiled terracotta storage jar from southern Morocco, its ovoid body rising to a single applied rope cord set high under the rim. Vessels of this scale were sunk into ...

Middle Eastern Moorish style monumental brass ewer with incised and enamel decoration.

Late 19th century Pair of Hand Crafted and Hand Painted Kabyle Jars, Beautifully Decorated with Black, Red and Beige Colors, Long Neck with Handles, Dimensions: Tall One: 7"D X 18"H...

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...

A magnificent monumental vase crafted from glazed ceramic—a large-scale piece that combines a commanding sculptural presence with the beauty of mid-20th-century art pottery. Its silh...

Standout vintage Moroccan urn handcrafted in terra cotta decorated in distinctive Mediterranean colors and glazed, featuring jewelry like geometric metal work overlays.

This large terracotta oil jar, originating from the Draa Valley region of Morocco. Historically used for the long-term storage of olive oil and other liquids, this vessel reflects ...

For the La Terra collection, Lemon collaborated with renowned artist Jade Paton. Jade creates contemporary sculptures out of clay. Her main source of inspir...

Contemporary Moroccan Mouth Blown Glass Jar - Amber. Hand-made in Morocco. The glass is mouth blown and available in an assortment of colours. Each jar comes with a heavy lid. Supe...

Standout Moroccan vase handcrafted in terracotta in classic form hand decorated on floral designs in distinctive Mediterranean colors under jewelry-like filigree metalwork.

Pre-Columbian Indigenous style ceramic figure vessel glazed and painted in multiple shades of brown

An alabaster vase, hand-crafted in Luxor, Egypt, 2024. A modern twist in the classical Egyptian vase, with four thin disks and an open top. The visual texture and warmth of the off...

A tall bottle-form vase, its narrow neck rising from a broad vertically-ribbed body. Hand-thrown terracotta finished in a reactive drip glaze, made by hand in southern Morocco. Each...

Rare and refined African metal vase with handmade decorations, an object of great charm capable of furnishing your home space with style and elegance

An exceptional pair of monumental Moroccan glazed ceramic urns, handcrafted in Fez circa 1950 and distinguished by their commanding scale, rich coloration and elaborate Arabic callig...

An Impressive Oriental Ceramic Vase by Abderrazak Workshop Nabeul Tunisia 1950's With ancient architectural motifs Signed in enamel Very decorative In good condition Report : Pl...

Signed: Jaimal Odedra Each piece is modeled and cast by hand using a traditional Moroccan sand casting method. "In creating these works, I was interested in exploring and enhan...

Standout vintage Moroccan urn handcrafted in terra cotta decorated in distinctive Mediterranean colors and glazed under fine jewelry-like metalwork highlights.

Largly Sized Hand painted Studio Pottery Vase by The Uncedo Project South Africa. Dated 2002 Features bold, colorful hand painted African tribal Art motifs. In excellent original C...

Receiving guidance from tribal ancestors was a central aspect of the Luba people's spiritual practices. This ceramic spiritually significant vessel is topped with a crossed leg figure whose head has an opening critical for a divination ritual. Known as an mboko, this handled vessel would have been filled with items like antelope horns, shells, dried beetles, human teeth...

Impressive in scale, large hand made organic hollowed out dried gourd vessel with lid and wood. Visible stitching and fabulous mottled reddish brown patina. Opening is 9.75”

A beautiful large rose quartz bowl weighing 3.5 lbs. Of ovoid form with smooth edge and inside out, stone of the highest quality grade AAA rose quartz. All natural gemstone, hand cra...

Vintage decorative Moroccan Red Glass Perfume Bottle Sprinkler with Embossed Metal Overlay. Handcrafted Moroccan Moorish red painted glass perfume bottle or rose water sprinkler with raised embossed silvered metal floral design over red glass. The pressed glass bottle in Art Deco, Art Nouveau style is oval shape with curved sides and hand decorated with embossed metal silvered overlay. This has a long metal top spout that unscrews. This is a recycled vintage French perfume bottle...

Featuring cool, serene shades of orange and blue and an exquisite hand painted arabesque design, this sumptuous handcrafted ceramic vase provides a breezy elegance to any living space. The vintage...

Elevate your collection with this striking early 20th-century Moroccan ceramic urn, distinguished by its bold blue and white glaze and intricate diamond-shaped piercings on the lid. ...

Ancient Terracotta Djenne Mali Africa This beautiful object has pure and slender lines that give it an ethnic-chic charm. But it is also a real old object steeped in history. This ...

The Nupe people of Nigeria were known as some of the finest ceramicists in Africa. Everyday objects, like this storage vessel, received detailed attenti...

Antique Moroccan terracotta amphora , simply for water in the desert. I have also some others. O/2782/9.

Antique Moorish Hand-Etched Pewter Wedding Vessel or Urn, Late 19th–Early 20th Century A finely hand-crafted Moorish Revival ceremonial vessel in pewter or tinned copper, dating fro...

An incredible early 20th century Makenge hand-built ceramic palm wine pot with a graceful shape including a narrow neck and a wide belly. The pot is covered ...

Pair of very decorative brown and green handcrafted Moroccan ceramic vases from Fez with two handles hand-graved with green Arabic Art writing ca...

African art vase, wood, 20th century. Measures: H: 29 cm, D: 17 cm. Contact us before ordering to confirm product availability.

A circa 1920's Turkish hammered copper vase with elephant details on sides. Measurements: Height: 23" Width: 10.5" Depth: 7"

Vintage Moroccan Ceramic Urn with Lid, white crackled ceramic with silver overlaid. Great to use in the kitchen or in the bathroom. Great folk...

This unique vintage Moroccan ceramic vase, crafted in the shape of a cactus, features a vibrant green glaze that highlights its playful and exotic design. Versatile in function, it c...

This modern candlestick is part of the egg designs luxury Decor collection and is a great addition to any home. The body of this candlestick is a cast resin base with a black duco-s...

Featuring cool, serene shades of green and orange and an exquisite hand painted arabesque design, this sumptuous handcrafted ceramic vase provides a breezy elegance to any living spa...

Moroccan vintage, 1960's green olive jar, or planter with handles. Handcrafted by the berber people in Tamgroute Morocco. Great glazed earthenware with different hues of green and black. A pair is available, slightly different glaze, Top diameter is 10" inside opening is 7" D. Jar is 38" H x 20" D in the widest part. Wonderful green and brown shimmering that can be found only in south Morocco in the village of Tamgroute. The color and texture is a result of the particular alchemy created by the potters of Tamegroute and remains a family affair handed down through the generations. Each pottery piece is completely unique and no two are ever the same. Please note that the traditional method in which the plates are fired involves stacking which result in tiny ‘scars’ inside the plate and in the glaze making, each bowl is unique the beauty is found in the imperfection of each piece. Tamegroute pottery are true showpieces showing that even imperfect can be perfect. Tamegroute remains the only rural pottery in Morocco using oxidized copper which creates its famous green color. Its potteries are also the only location where you will find their unique forms. The process however remains much the same. Clay is dug up from the local Draa river banks, thrown by hand & fired inkilns built into steep slopes using a single firing. Vintage green glazed pottery...

A rare, early example of Tamegroute pottery dating to the 18th century. Sourced from the Draa Valley in Southern Morocco, this vessel represents the...

Middle Eastern Persian style (19/20th Cent) glazed earthenware square vase decorated with floral design with Persian figure of a man.

A wide bowl raised on three stout clay legs. Hand-thrown terracotta finished in a reactive drip glaze, made by hand in southern Morocco. Each piece is made to order: colour, glaze r...

A smooth bulbous vase on a narrow flared neck, unribbed and handle-less. Hand-thrown terracotta finished in a reactive drip glaze, made by hand in southern Morocco. Each piece is ma...

A wide-rimmed storage jar with a vertically ribbed body and four small loop handles at the shoulder. Hand-thrown terracotta finished in a reactive drip glaze, made by hand in southe...

A wide-mouthed jar with no distinct neck, its body covered edge to edge in dense raised bosses. Hand-thrown terracotta finished in a reactive drip glaze, made by hand in southern Mo...

A wide-mouthed urn banded in a twisted rope collar, its belly ringed with raised bosses. Hand-thrown terracotta finished in a reactive drip glaze, made by hand in southern Morocco. ...

A plain-bodied round pot with a small rolled rim and no handle — form reduced to its essentials. Hand-thrown terracotta finished in a reactive drip glaze, made by hand in southern M...

Pair of Handcrafted Moroccan Ceramic Vases with Moorish Calligraphy, Fez – Statement Décor An impressive pair of Moroccan ceramic vases from Fez, hand-crafted with a deep chocolate b...

Stunning pair of rare, hand-thrown, hand painted, turn-of-the-century, lidded urns trimmed in silver. Each covered in abstracted, Arabic writing and embellished with Moorish stars.

Pair of colorful, blue, white and red, large-scale ceramic Moroccan vases. The vases feature beautifully inlayed and painted elements to create a stunning mosaic effect and an intric...

Lozi Wooden Beer Vessel Lozi people, Zambia Early 20th century Carved wood, pigment H: 16.5 in x W: 11 in x D: 12 in :: 42 cm x 28 cm x 30.5 cm An eleg...