Antique Chinese Wicker & Clay Oil Loam Bottle - Shanxi, ChinaShanxi Province, China Early 1900s Handwoven willow & aged clay Historically used for food & pickle storage Approx. 60cm wide x 48cm high Rich, timeworn patina with an organic, sculptural presence A piece of history, shaped by timethis early 20th century Shanxi willow oil container tells a story of tradition and craftsmanship. Once an essential vessel for preserving food, its clay interior, now beautifully worn, once ensured an airproof and leakproof