Antique Chinese wine jar, 18th century – glazed stoneware, Martaban

Antique Chinese wine or alcohol jar – 18th century
Rare glazed stoneware pot, turquoise green enameled with beautiful crackle glaze.
Origin: Southern China (probably Hunan or Yunnan), known as the “Martaban” tradition.
Period: 18th century (Qing dynasty)
Material: stoneware covered with a coppery green/blue glaze
Function: utility jar for storing and transporting rice wine or other alcohols
Characteristics:
Globular body
Wide flared neck with brown lip
Side spout
Tubular handles and rings for attaching a rope or lid
Dimensions:
Height: 25 cm
Maximum diameter: 21 cm
Opening: 12.5 cm
Base: 19 cm
Weight: 1.2 kg
Condition: beautiful antique patina, wear consistent with age, visible cracks and mineral deposits, small chips on the neck and spout (see detailed photos).
These jars were used in rural China to store wine and are distinguished by their very characteristic green glaze, now sought after by collectors of Asian art.
Delivery:
Careful shipping, secure packaging.
Shipping included.
Item sold as found.
The photos are an integral part of the description.