Skip to main content
Items Similar to 18th Century French Provencal Terracotta Olive Oil Jar from Biot
19th Century French Provencal Terracotta Olive Oil Jar from Biot
19th Century French Provencal Terracotta Olive Oil Jar from Biot
18th Century French Provencal Terracotta Olive Oil Jar from Biot
18th Century French Provencal Terracotta Olive Oil Jar from Biot
18th Century French Biot Terracotta Olive Jar with Glazed Rim and Patina
18th Century French Biot Terracotta Olive Jar with Glazed Rim and Patina
19th Century French Hand Crafted Patinated Ribbed Terracotta Olive Jar
19th Century French Hand Crafted Patinated Ribbed Terracotta Olive Jar
A 19th Century Old Olive Oil Jar from Provence South of France
A 19th Century Old Olive Oil Jar from Provence South of France
A Large Terracotta Olive Jar From France
A Large Terracotta Olive Jar From France
Video Loading
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 10

18th Century French Provencal Terracotta Olive Oil Jar from Biot

$3,900
£2,972.65
€3,428.64
CA$5,539.17
A$5,952.42
CHF 3,193.82
MX$70,115.83
NOK 40,158.71
SEK 36,684.72
DKK 25,624.29

About the Item

This impressive antique earthenware olive oil jar was crafted in Biot, Provence, Southern France, circa 1760, and exemplifies the robust utilitarian pottery traditionally produced in this renowned village. Formed from blond terracotta clay, the vessel features a classic bulbous silhouette designed for the storage and transport of olive oil, with thick walls and a generous, rounded body that speaks to its original agricultural purpose. The jar is finished with a pale ochre glaze concentrated around the rolled rim and neck, a characteristic detail of Biot production, contrasting beautifully with the natural beige and honeyed tones of the clay body. The surface displays a richly aged patina, with areas of wear, mineral deposits, and glaze losses consistent with centuries of use, all contributing to its authentic rustic character and visual depth. In southern France, and particularly in Biot on the French Riviera, these monumental vessels were known as the “king of jars” and were widely used during the 17th and 18th centuries for transporting and storing olive oil. Today, this antique Provençal jar makes a striking decorative statement, ideal as a sculptural accent in an entryway, garden room, or interior vignette inspired by Mediterranean or Country French design. The vessel remains in excellent condition commensurate with age and use, with strong form, beautiful weathering, and no structural compromises, preserving its historic integrity and timeless appeal. Dimensions: 22" diameter x 29.5"H
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29.5 in (74.93 cm)Diameter: 22 in (55.88 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Earthenware,Terracotta,Glazed,Hand-Carved
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    Late 18th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1780
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 253-2011stDibs: LU951248240442

More From This Seller

View All
19th Century French Provencal Terracotta Olive Oil Jar from Biot
Located in Dallas, TX
This large antique olive oil jar was crafted in Biot, Provence, circa 1780. Made from blond clay and shaped in the traditional rounded form char...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Jars

Materials

Earthenware, Terracotta

19th Century French Provencal Terracotta Olive Oil Jar from Biot

19th Century French Provencal Terracotta Olive Oil Jar from Biot

$3,400
18th Century French Provencal Terracotta Olive Oil Jar from Biot
Located in Dallas, TX
This large, antique earthenware olive oil jar was created in Biot, Provence, Southern France, circa 1760. Made of blond clay and neutral in color, the terracotta vase has a tradition...
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century French Jars

Materials

Earthenware, Terracotta

18th Century French Provencal Terracotta Olive Oil Jar from Biot

18th Century French Provencal Terracotta Olive Oil Jar from Biot

$3,950
18th Century French Biot Terracotta Olive Jar with Glazed Rim and Patina
Located in Dallas, TX
This large antique olive oil jar was crafted in Biot, Provence, circa 1780. Made from blond clay and shaped in the traditional rounded form char...
Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Jars

Materials

Earthenware, Terracotta

18th Century French Biot Terracotta Olive Jar with Glazed Rim and Patina

18th Century French Biot Terracotta Olive Jar with Glazed Rim and Patina

$4,400
19th Century French Hand Crafted Patinated Ribbed Terracotta Olive Jar
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique olive jar was hand crafted in France circa 1880 using traditional terracotta methods. The generous, rounded form features a deeply ribbed body that enhances both its dur...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Jars

Materials

Terracotta

19th Century French Hand Crafted Patinated Ribbed Terracotta Olive Jar

19th Century French Hand Crafted Patinated Ribbed Terracotta Olive Jar

$1,600
Large Early 19th Century French Terracotta Olive Jar from Provence
Located in Dallas, TX
This large, antique earthenware olive jar was created in Southern France, circa 1830. Made of blond clay and neutral in color, the terracotta vase has a traditional round shape. The ...
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Jars

Materials

Earthenware, Terracotta

Large Early 19th Century French Terracotta Olive Jar from Provence

Large Early 19th Century French Terracotta Olive Jar from Provence

$5,200
19th Century French Glazed Terracotta Olive Oil Jar with Handles and Spout
Located in Dallas, TX
This substantial antique French jar was crafted in southern France in the late 19th century, circa 1880, and exemplifies the utilitarian beauty of traditional provincial pottery. Ori...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Country Jars

Materials

Earthenware, Terracotta

19th Century French Glazed Terracotta Olive Oil Jar with Handles and Spout

19th Century French Glazed Terracotta Olive Oil Jar with Handles and Spout

$2,600

You May Also Like

A 19th Century Old Olive Oil Jar from Provence South of France
Located in HYÈRES, FR
A glazed terracotta jar from South of France. 19th Century. Beautiful irregular shape Nice original outside patina. In good condition. Report of condition : Lack of enamel and t...
Category

Antique 19th Century French Jars

Materials

Terracotta

A 19th Century Old Olive Oil Jar from Provence South of France

A 19th Century Old Olive Oil Jar from Provence South of France

$2,130
A Large Terracotta Olive Jar From France
Located in New York, NY
A large terracotta olive jar with a lovely worn, painted finish. Because of its grand scale, the piece is really more of a decorative piece that can fill a corner or add architectur...
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Jars

Materials

Terracotta

A Large Terracotta Olive Jar From France

A Large Terracotta Olive Jar From France

$3,400
18th Century French Hand Thrown Terracotta Olive Jar With Lime Glazing
Located in Round Top, TX
This is a handsome French Biot olive jar from the 18th century that has been hand thrown and glazed with a beautiful color of grayed lime color. It's the perfect size for a citrus tr...
Category

Antique 18th Century French Jars

Materials

Terracotta

18th Century French Hand Thrown Terracotta Olive Jar With Lime Glazing

18th Century French Hand Thrown Terracotta Olive Jar With Lime Glazing

$2,950
Greek 18th Century Terracotta Olive Oil Jar
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Impressive Greek olive jar from the 18th century, the terracotta darkened by natural oils and three centuries of use. This antique vessel, once used to hold olives and their oil, fea...
Category

Antique 18th Century Greek Other Jars

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Terracotta

Greek 18th Century Terracotta Olive Oil Jar

Greek 18th Century Terracotta Olive Oil Jar

$3,600
Spanish Terracotta Olive Jar or Vessel
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish Andalusian Olive Oil Handled Jar in Terracotta _______________________________________________________________________ Hand-made terracotta preserving pot or jar with handles...
Category

Antique 19th Century Spanish Country Jars

Materials

Ceramic, Terracotta, Earthenware

Spanish Terracotta Olive Jar or Vessel

Spanish Terracotta Olive Jar or Vessel

$2,355
Antique Mediterranean Terracotta Olive Jar, Circa 1850
Located in Buisson, FR
A wonderful and beautiful weathered olive oil jar. Traces of glaze visible.Turkey circa 1850. Weathered
Category

Antique 19th Century Turkish Rustic Jars

Materials

Terracotta

Antique Mediterranean Terracotta Olive Jar, Circa 1850

Antique Mediterranean Terracotta Olive Jar, Circa 1850

$1,242 Sale Price
51% Off