Large Vintage Black Storage Jar Statue There is also a single

There is also a single shelf inside

lending an aged

creating a beautiful contrast with the black lacquer panels

circa 1850)

jars like these were traditionally used to preserve and transport valuable goods like ginger

Large Vintage Black Storage Jar Statue There is also a singleShanxi, circa 1920 This large, wide shouldered stoneware jar would have been used for storing wine or foodstuffs in Shanxi province, where is was made around the early 20th century. It is finished in a black glaze over a textured, ribbed surface. Great for garden decoration in sthe summer months or as an unusual large vase or planter indoors. Note that there is an old surface crack towards the bottom of the vase (shown in the final image), so the jar