Vintage Chinese Clay Water Pot with Two Ears

Clay water pots like these were built for function first. The porous surface helped keep water cool during transport and storage, which is why this form survived across so many cultures for so long. Now these vessels have a different use: they bring that same quiet utility into a home as a decorative accent piece.

This style features two small handles, traditionally called ears, which give it a distinctive silhouette that reads well from across a room. Each pot is a found vintage piece, meaning the glaze, patina, and surface variation you see is earned, not applied.

• Material: Clay
• Approximate dimensions: 7" opening diameter x 11.6" widest point x 11" H
• Available in two sizes: S ($165) and L ($195)
• No drain holes; use an internal liner for plants or fresh flowers
• Each piece varies slightly in size, color, and surface character
• Available for local pickup in San Diego; not eligible for free shipping
• All home goods sales are final

These pots do not have drain holes, so they work well as cache pots: drop in a planted vessel and let the clay exterior do the visual work. For dry arrangements or as standalone accent pieces, they need nothing added at all.