Boasting a charming silhouette, this hand-painted vase features a deep bowl and a distinct pedestal foot that gives it the silhouette of the ancient kantharos.
In a more secular context, it was used as a jarro de pico, the quintessential luxury household utensil of 16th century Spain. Whether made in silver or in richly decorated terracotta, this ewer was an essential element at the table. Used to wash hands before and after meals before the introduction of individual utensils, every fine home in Castilla required a ewer of this kind.
The decoration recalls that century’s penchant for blue and white ceramics though the details are done in a lively palette. An undulating parra or “grape wine” twines around the body of the vase while yellow, orange and green accents create schematic leaves ripening to the fall.
Though perfect for short-stemmed flowers, this vase makes an excellent bottle cooler.
Dimensions: 15 x 20 cm | 6 x 8 in
Care: Dishwasher safe, hand-wash preferable
Boasting a charming silhouette, this hand-painted vase features a deep bowl and a distinct pedestal foot that gives it the silhouette of the ancient kantharos.
In a more secular context, it was used as a jarro de pico, the quintessential luxury household utensil of 16th century Spain. Whether made in silver or in richly decorated terracotta, this ewer was an essential element at the table. Used to wash hands before and after meals before the introduction of individual utensils, every fine home in Castilla required a ewer of this kind.
The decoration recalls that century’s penchant for blue and white ceramics though the details are done in a lively palette. An undulating parra or “grape wine” twines around the body of the vase while yellow, orange and green accents create schematic leaves ripening to the fall.
Though perfect for short-stemmed flowers, this vase makes an excellent bottle cooler.
Dimensions: 15 x 20 cm | 6 x 8 in
Care: Dishwasher safe, hand-wash preferable
