Any info?

Semroc · Feb 28, 2026

Hello all. Great forum. Interesting reads all over here. This says Ming on the tag on the bottom but it doesn’t seem possible with this glaze. I’m just wondering what year it could’ve been made? Any information is appreciated. Thank you all. Take care.

Red-Coat · Feb 28, 2026

Welcome to Tnet.

I don’t think there’s any way to reliably date it from the pictures, but I also don’t think it can be ruled out as Ming from the type of glaze. This one is said by the seller to be of that dynasty (unverified), but glazed stoneware vessels like this were being made through to at least the late 19th Century:

Ming Black and Russet Glazed Storage Jar (item #1471437)

Beautiful “Cizhou” type black storage jug with lugs probably used for preserved vegetables, circa Ming Dynasty. A very attractive piece with lovely contrasting black and russet glazes, and paraffin patina throughout. Good example what would have been used in an ancient Chinese kitchen. Perfect...

www.abhayaasianantiques.com

Semroc · Feb 28, 2026

Red-Coat said:
Welcome to Tnet.

I don’t think there’s any way to reliably date it from the pictures, but I also don’t think it can be ruled out as Ming from the type of glaze. This one is said by the seller to be of that dynasty (unverified), but glazed stoneware vessels like this were being made through to at least the late 19th Century:

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Ming Black and Russet Glazed Storage Jar (item #1471437)

Beautiful “Cizhou” type black storage jug with lugs probably used for preserved vegetables, circa Ming Dynasty. A very attractive piece with lovely contrasting black and russet glazes, and paraffin patina throughout. Good example what would have been used in an ancient Chinese kitchen. Perfect...

www.abhayaasianantiques.com

Thank you very much Red-Coat. I appreciate the response and the welcome. I had no idea these were glazed like this so early. It’s a neat pot, that displays beautifully. Have a great day.