Thai Terra Cotta Embossed Acanthus Leaf Ceramic Vase 10.5"

Bring a touch of old world elegance to your space with this stunning Thai terra cotta Vase. featuring a heavy, high-relief acanthus leaf design in weathered forest green antiqued gold, this 10.5-inch piece offers a museum-quality aesthetic feels both ancient and Timeless.

While the acanthus leaf is a classic Mediterranean motif, it became a popular export design for Thai potteries in the late 20th century, blending Western neoclassical aesthetics with traditional Thai ceramic techniques.

The acanthus leaf has been a symbol of enduring life and rebirth since ancient Greece. When Thai artisans adopt this motif, they combined it with their centuries-old tradition of red clay pottery (dating back to the Ban Chiang culture). This specific vase represents a "bridge" between cultures-using a European symbol of immortality on Southeast Asian earth.

Thai Terra Cotta Vase Details:

• Material: High-fired red earth-ware (terra cotta). The "weathered" look is achieved through a multi-layered patina finish.

• Design: Features embossed Acanthus leaves in a deep teal/forest green, accented with aux-aged old and ochre pigments. The base and flared rim show the natural reddish-brown clay typical of Thai pottery.

• Style: Often categorized  as "Rustic Neoclassical" of "Global Chic." These pieces were popular in the 1990's and early 2000's for upscale home décor. 

• ​Dimensions: 10.5 inches tall.

• ​Weight: 3.10 lbs. (suggests a sturdy, thick-walled construction).

Condition: Good vintage condition with no chips or cracks. (patina is visible, authenticator of fire stoned handmade Thai pottery. Color remains vibrant, minimal to no fade to color or design. (recently restored and professionally cleaned).