Antique Chinese Water pot Green Shiwan Ware c1800

Antique Chinese Water pot Green Shiwan Ware c1800

Superb-looking very decorative and collectible Chinese water pot, green and blue Shiwan ware.

In excellent condition, apart from a small flake chip on the handle (Pic6). 
The stopper is a replacement made up by a previous collector owner ( to prevent dust from getting inside)
it could also be used to store olive oil or vinaigrette 
Capacity of around 3 litres.
Size is 21 cm x 22.5 cm.
Weight: 2 kg.

Seasoning Earthenware

"When an earthenware water pot initially leaks but stops leaking after a few weeks, it's due to the natural properties of the material. Earthen pots are porous, meaning they have tiny holes that allow water to seep through initially. However, as the pot is used and the pores become filled with water and expand, the seepage decreases and eventually stops. This process is known as 'seasoning' the pot."