Large Arnon sandstone jar

Magnificent arnon stoneware jar to hold bouquets of dried hydrangeas or a beautiful plant on the terrace: artisanal production of stoneware ceramics, made in berry, more precisely in the region of la borne (cher), a historic center of french pottery. The name refers to the arnon river, which crosses this area of berry. In utilitarian or decorative stoneware, fired at high temperature, often in wood-fired kilns. Very pretty sober decoration of stylized flower in brown tones on a beige-gray background with unglazed loop handles, colors of the flower due to the flame and ash (typical effects of salt-fired stoneware or wood firing). Stamped les grès de l'arnon - 20th century production, very good condition, no cracks or chips. Diameter 24 cm, 16 cm at the opening and 13 cm high.