{"product_id":"vintage-stoneware-storage-crock-no-8-lidded-jar-brown-glaze-australian-pottery","title":"Vintage Stoneware Storage Crock No 8 Lidded Jar Brown Glaze Australian Pottery","description":"\u003cp\u003eKey Details\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eItem: Large lidded stoneware storage crock \/ preserving jar\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaker: Unidentified\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrigin: Likely Australian\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEra: Early–mid 20th century, likely c.1930s–1950s\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Glazed stoneware\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eColour: Cream \/ oatmeal body with rich brown glazed upper section and lid\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMark: Impressed “8” to lower body\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeight: Approx. 26 cm including lid\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiameter: Approx. 20–21 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLid: Original-style fitted stoneware lid with knob\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConstruction: Wheel-thrown stoneware with glazed interior\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMini Story or Hook\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eA wonderfully substantial old stoneware storage crock with the classic two-tone cream and brown glaze associated with traditional Australian kitchen and pantry wares.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe impressed “8” near the base is likely a size or production mark rather than a maker’s mark. The heavy stoneware construction, simple utilitarian form and rich brown glaze give it considerable country-kitchen character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eOriginally intended as a practical household storage vessel, today it makes an attractive decorative piece for a farmhouse, rustic or vintage kitchen — and its surviving matching-style lid makes it particularly appealing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition: Good vintage condition – please refer to the detailed description and photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a genuine older utilitarian stoneware piece and displays age and use consistent with its history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Overall presents very well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Brown glaze remains rich and glossy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Typical manufacturing irregularities, firing marks, glaze variations and small imperfections are present.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* General surface marks and signs of age\/use to the stoneware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Some small glaze losses \/ nibbles are visible around the upper area.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Lid has old writing\/markings to the underside.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Central vent\/opening is present through the lid knob.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* No major structural damage is apparent from the photographs supplied.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Impressed “8” mark near the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese irregularities are part of the character of an old, hand-finished utilitarian stoneware vessel rather than the uniform finish expected of modern ceramics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e📸 The photos form part of the description – please examine them closely.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePostage \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e📦 All items are carefully wrapped and packaged to ensure they arrive safely at their new forever home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eDue to the size and substantial weight of this stoneware crock, postage will be calculated accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCombined postage available – contact us before purchasing for a revised invoice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInternational shipping available on request – please message for a quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeed to Know More?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eHave questions or need more photos? 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