Jar 1830 - 1850

Thomas Truxton Kendrick crafted this jar, yet undated, from humble clay. Its rounded form and narrow opening are reminiscent of ancient amphorae, vessels that once held the lifeblood of civilizations: wine, oil, grain. Notice the glaze—a cascade of earthy tones. These rivulets, seemingly random, echo the vital fluids they once contained. They recall the relentless flow of time and memory itself. Consider how vessels, from the simplest pot to the most ornate urn, carry the weight of human existence. They hold our sustenance, our treasures, our ashes. This jar, in its quiet simplicity, speaks to this primal connection. It reminds us that even the most utilitarian object can become a potent symbol. It bridges the gap between past and present, resonating with our collective memory of nourishment, preservation, and the enduring cycle of life.