Small Amazigh milk jug

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Made from unglazed terracotta, this ancient Amazigh milk pitcher (Takserit) is a stunning example of the humble yet beautiful objects that the Amazigh people created for daily life . This small rotund jug has a hooked ear-shaped handle on one end and short spout on the other. With it's beautifully subtle variations in colour, worn edges and minutely cracked surface, this is a truly remarkable object of the past. Although its exact age is unknown this piece is likely from the 19th century. Part of our Heirloom collection. Show more