Chinese Han Dynasty Cylindrical Brown Glazed Grain Store Cutting Boards and Washboards Early 20th Century

Early 20th Century

clinging firmly to surfaces and growing rapidly

the United Kingdom underwent rapid national grid expansion - creating a market for lightning designers who didn't have to incorporate bulky ventilation for gas

The manufacturing process is a  labour-intensive journey

dating back to the Late Meiji era to the early Taisho era

Chinese Han Dynasty Cylindrical Brown Glazed Grain Store Cutting Boards and Washboards Early 20th CenturyThis cylindrical jar originated in China during the Han Dynasty (202 BC 9 AD). It was used as a grain store but also as a funerary object, to offer provisions for the afterlife. The glaze tells us that this pot originated in the earlier Han Dynasty as the brown colour was more common back then, compared to the green glaze that was used later. The wonderful brown glaze is achieved using copper and a lead glaze. This store is supported by 3 legs which