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Chinese Smoky Black Clay Basin, circa 1900

$1,480
£1,119.72
€1,292.33
CA$2,067.15
A$2,298.27
CHF 1,203.01
MX$28,187.57
NOK 15,317.33
SEK 14,461.38
DKK 9,643.81
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About the Item

Sculpted in the early 20th century in southern China, this charcoal-black basin has a darkened exterior and bears the smoky traces of its fiery creation on its unglazed interior. With rich surface texture, we love this storied basin as a decorative vessel or as a planter for garden foliage or indoor houseplants.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Diameter: 20.5 in (52.07 cm)
  • Style:
    Qing (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Clay,Fired
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: R0661stDibs: LU820020832522

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