{"product_id":"rare-19th-century-italian-brown-vase","title":"RARE 19TH CENTURY ITALIAN BROWN STRIPED VASE","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA rare early 19th century terracotta vase from Puglia, Italy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFound in Ostuni, \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003ean historic Roman town on the Adriatic coast, famous for its dazzling lime-painted white houses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt features two sturdy side handles organically fused with the body, creating a balanced and sculptural silhouette characteristic of southern Italian pottery. Its form reflects the longstanding ceramic traditions of the region, where practicality and craftsmanship coexisted naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exterior is fully glazed with a glossy brown and honey finish. The glaze was applied by hand, revealing handmade nature, authenticity, subtle irregularities, tonal variations. These imperfections are part of the character of antique terracotta and speak to the individuality of each object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, it can be used as a sculptural decorative object, a vessel for branches or flowers, or incorporated into a collection of antique pottery and rustic Mediterranean interiors. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePRODUCT DETAILS\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Ceramic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: D 22 cm \/ H 31 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour: Terracotta, Red, Brown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: ANTIQUE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 2.2 Kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThese are authentic handmade antique ceramics, each carrying the marks of its age and history. Some pieces may have been used for generations and may show signs such as small cracks, chips, wear or variations in colour. These imperfections are not considered flaws, but rather part of the character, history and individuality of each antique piece.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bottega Terra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51276493848822,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/1284\/1974\/files\/RARE_19TH_CENTURY_ITALIAN_BROWN_STRIPED_VASE_Bottega_Terra_3.jpg?v=1788427866","url":"https:\/\/bottegaterra.com.au\/products\/rare-19th-century-italian-brown-vase","provider":"Bottega Terra","version":"1.0","type":"link"}