Pair of Chinese Stoneware Lidded Jars — Dengfeng, Henan (Mid–Late 20th Century)
Two simple keepers, glazed in deep earthy tones—one dark as ink, the other warm and reddish. Each marked with “中國 河南登封” (China, Henan, Dengfeng), a city long known for its ceramic traditions.
Made for storing tea, herbs, or fermenting foods, these stoneware jars carry the quiet strength of everyday objects. Mid–late 20th century, crafted with weight, glaze, and timeless utility.
Origin: Dengfeng, Henan, China
Period: Mid–late 20th century
Material: Glazed stoneware
Condition: Very good vintage condition; natural irregularities from handmade production
Dimensions: 20cm/18cm - 18,5cm/16cm
The inscription reads: “中國 河南登封” (Zhōngguó Hénán Dēngfēng), which translates to “China, Henan, Dengfeng.”
Dengfeng is a historic city in Henan Province, known especially for the Shaolin Temple and for being a long-standing center of ceramics production.
Two simple keepers, glazed in deep earthy tones—one dark as ink, the other warm and reddish. Each marked with “中國 河南登封” (China, Henan, Dengfeng), a city long known for its ceramic traditions.
Made for storing tea, herbs, or fermenting foods, these stoneware jars carry the quiet strength of everyday objects. Mid–late 20th century, crafted with weight, glaze, and timeless utility.
Origin: Dengfeng, Henan, China
Period: Mid–late 20th century
Material: Glazed stoneware
Condition: Very good vintage condition; natural irregularities from handmade production
Dimensions: 20cm/18cm - 18,5cm/16cm
The inscription reads: “中國 河南登封” (Zhōngguó Hénán Dēngfēng), which translates to “China, Henan, Dengfeng.”
Dengfeng is a historic city in Henan Province, known especially for the Shaolin Temple and for being a long-standing center of ceramics production.