Antique Moroccan Terracotta Water Jar

8.5"W x 5.5"D x 10.25"H - Morocco - Terracotta

From the Atlas mountains of Morocco, the Berber people have been making these unique vessels for applications in their daily lives, This particular pot was a water jar. The terra cotta was fired so that the pot would leach or sweat; thus cooling the pot. Leaving cooler drinkable water available. These jars feature their primitive design adorned in geometric patterns and they are typically dyed with henna.