Antique Brown Glazed Pottery | Chinese Martaban Jar-Pot

Adds a sense of grounded history and timeworn elegance—this antique Martaban pot instantly deepens a space with cultural richness and artisan character.

About This Piece

This antique Chinese Martaban jar is a substantial, one-of-a-kind storage vessel once used throughout China and Indochina for water, spirits, or fermented food. Its heavy form is wrapped in a thick, rich brown glaze, highlighted by traditional line decorations and organic imperfections that occurred during firing—marks of its handmade heritage.

Each pot varies in hue, surface texture, and glazing, with no two exactly alike. That individuality, paired with its patina from age and use, gives it an unmistakable soul. The finish has held beautifully, offering warm tones and a soft glossy depth that pairs seamlessly with both rustic and elevated interiors.

Functional Beauty

Use it indoors as a sculptural floor vessel, for holding tall branches or dried florals. Or, let it stand alone as an architectural statement. Its weathered glaze and earthy palette also make it suitable for outdoor placement. Whether styled in a modern space or a collected, traditional setting, it provides visual weight and organic contrast.

Product Details

• Material: Stoneware with brown glazed finish
• Origin: China or Indochina, stamped
• Decoration: Hand-applied line pattern with glaze variation
• Function: Originally used to store water, alcohol, or fermented goods
• Use: Indoor or outdoor display
• Dimensions: 12" Dia. x 10" H., weighs 18.75 lbs.
• Condition: Antique; glaze imperfections and surface wear consistent with age, patina, pitting and crazing

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