A large early 20th century Anatolian terracotta amphora from Western Turkey, hand-thrown and traditionally open-fired, now converted into a sculptural table lamp. This two-handled vessel was originally used for storing water, oil, or grains, with its wide shoulder and tapered base designed for both capacity and stability.
The surface shows a naturally varied, open-fired finish, with tonal shifts across warm terracotta, deep brown, and darker smoked areas where the pot was exposed directly to flame in the kiln. The upper section carries heavier firing marks, creating contrast and depth, while the horizontal throwing lines remain visible beneath the surface, grounding the piece in its handmade origin.
Now reworked as a vintage terracotta lamp...
Category
1930s Turkish Primitive Vintage Clay Furniture