Jade Kitchen Jug

A luminous blue-green glaze sheets, pools and drips down the surface of this early 20th century kitchen jar. The pear-shaped jar has a tapered body and a wide flared mouth framed by simple strap handles. The monochrome jade green glaze exhibits a rich range of colors and pitted wear that gives the jug fantastic character. Used for general storage in a Qing-dynasty kitchen, the jar is wonderful today as a decorative vase for lush greenery and floral arrangements.