Bring the sun-drenched spirit of Southern France into your home with this exceptional 19th century olive jar from Tornac. Known for its world-class pottery, this Tornac jar features a rare and beautiful variegated green glaze that tells a story of traditional craftsmanship.
This is a true "Working Stiff." Look closely, and you’ll see beautiful drip runs, where glaze from neighbouring pots "kissed" this jar during its firing over a hundred years ago. With its generous, rounded form and two hand-thrown handles, it carries the honest patina of a life well-lived in a rural French kitchen. The areas of glaze loss and time-softened chips aren't flaws; they are the character marks of a vessel that spent decades preserving the harvest.
At 15 inches wide, this jar is a commanding sculptural piece. It’s a perfect anchor for a kitchen island or a rustic hallway console. Its rich green tones and earthy buff Terracotta pair beautifully with weathered wood, dried botanicals, or our antique French linens. It’s more than a pot; it’s a grounded piece of history for the modern rustic home.
The Nitty-Gritty:
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Origin: Tornac, Southern France
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Period: 19th Century
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Condition: Authentic antique condition with honest wear, glaze loss, and firing marks consistent with its age and utilitarian use.
Shipping & Eco Values:
UK Shipping £11.00
We also offer a click and collect service, which is an option at checkout
UK Shipping only: To protect the 200 year history of this fragile pottery, this item is available for UK Delivery or Shop Collection at Dagfields only.
♻️ Sustainability: Proudly shipped in 100% recycled and plastic free packaging.