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Style: Primitive
19th Century Primitive Dove Tailed Hammered Copper Brass Water Jug
Located in Louisville, KY
Copper vessels of this nature were once primitively made in Europe and Middle Eastern areas of the world. This piece is a stunning example of the stout, but primitive craftsmanship t...
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19th Century European Antique Primitive Urns

Materials

Brass, Copper

19th Century Terracotta Olive Storage Urn Mid Eastern European
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Beautiful urn which was most likely created in the late part of the 19th century. Used for storage and transportation. Amazing color and patina. Top opening...
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1880s Turkish Antique Primitive Urns

Materials

Clay, Terracotta

Antique Two-Piece Terracotta Hourglass Vessel – Sculptural Rustic Pottery
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This antique two-piece terracotta vessel is a remarkable example of early handcrafted pottery, featuring an hourglass-inspired form that exudes rustic charm and sculptural appeal. Th...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Primitive Urns

Materials

Terracotta

Nigerian Nupe Storage Vessel
Located in Chicago, IL
The Nupe people of Nigeria were known as some of the finest ceramicists in Africa. Everyday objects, like this storage vessel, received detailed attenti...
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Early 20th Century Nigerian Primitive Urns

Materials

Terracotta

Andrianna Shamaris Original Teak Wood Rice Pounder
Located in New York, NY
This antique teak wood bowl was originally used to pound rice. We added the shell inlay. This bowl was sourced in the spirit of wabi-sabi, a Japanese philosophy that beauty can be f...
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Early 1900s Indonesian Antique Primitive Urns

Materials

Shell, Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

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Large Chinese Carved Nephrite Jade Double Buddha's Hand Vase, Late Qing Dynasty
Located in Austin, TX
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19th Century French Copper Pot
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French copper pot with riveted double handles. Beautiful warm patina. Seam along the bottom. Several stamped maker's marks, including...
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19th Century French Antique Primitive Urns

Materials

Copper

19th Century French Copper Pot
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H 8.5 in Dm 12 in
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Mid century stainless steel storage vessel
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid century stainless steel storage vessel circa 1940. Good quality decorative piece, with applied stainless handle, and removable with etched numerals.  Perfect for kitchen decorat...
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H 14 in W 8.75 in D 8.75 in
African Tribal Yoruba, Nigeria Rider Figure Offering Bowl Early 20th Century
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Antique Salt Glazed T. Harrington Lyons Blur Decorated Stoneware Crock c1870
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Primitive Urns

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19th Century Lacquered Grain Bin
Located in Chicago, IL
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Hand Crafted Water Pot from Mexico, Circa 1960´s
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Located in Dayton, OH
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Hardwood

Antique Indian Wooden Pot in a Wabi Sabi Style
Located in Stockholm, SE
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Wood

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Small Spanish 19th Century Olive Jar
Located in Buisson, FR
A beautiful Spanish terracotta olive oil jar. Spain, circa 1880-1900 Weathered.
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Small Spanish 19th Century Olive Jar
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H 13.39 in W 13 in D 13 in
Coffee Mortar from Mexico 1970's
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Cedar coffee mortar from the state of San Luis Potosi, Mexico. Region: Huasteca Potosina border with Hidalgo.
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Cedar

Coffee Mortar from Mexico 1970's
Coffee Mortar from Mexico 1970's
H 13 in W 25 in D 10 in
Peruvian Shipibo Pottery Vase or Urn
Located in San Francisco, CA
Early 20th century Shipibo vase or urn, nice form and embellishments, no structural damage or repairs, just minor wear to the resin finish from age and use.
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Early 20th Century Peruvian Primitive Urns

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Ceramic

Pair of Crucible Planter
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
Pair of crucible planter, used for melting metals and other substances. Original patina.
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1890s French Antique Primitive Urns

Pair of Crucible Planter
Pair of Crucible Planter
H 145.67 in Dm 122.05 in
Large 18th Century Copper Bathtub Heater, French
Located in Doylestown, PA
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Primitive urns for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Primitive urns for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Early 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage urns created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, folk art, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Primitive urns made in a specific country, there are Asia, Africa, and Caucasus pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for urns differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $235 and tops out at $4,180 while the average work can sell for $1,196.

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