Iron Age Pedestal Urn - Incised Decoration A1

Handcrafted Iron Age Burnished Pot – Finely Engraved Decoration
Details

This elegant, wheel-thrown vessel is inspired by an original artefact produced in Iron Age Gaul (modern-day France) around 400 BC. It is a high-status, finely crafted object, once available only to those Iron Age patrons wealthy enough to afford such opulence.

The form is distinctive for its high burnished shine, achieved by painstakingly rubbing the surface with a smooth pebble or tool until a lustrous finish is produced. Once the surface gleams, finely engraved decoration is carefully applied using a carving tool and a steady hand.

The result is an exquisitely elegant piece, timeless in its form and almost modern in its aesthetic.

Materials
Earthenware, terracotta with reduction-fired burnished finish

Dimensions
Height: Approx. 175 mm
Diameter: Approx. 195 mm

Production

Each piece is handcrafted in Northumberland by Potted History, based on Iron Age artefacts. It has been wood-fired using methods to accurately replicate the conditions of the original Iron Age firing, creating an authentic look and feel. This process results in natural variations in surface colour and texture, giving every piece its own unique character.

Please note: Each pot is one of a kind. You may not receive the exact piece shown in the photos, and colouration may vary.

Health & Safety
Museum-Quality Replica: Made using authentic Iron Age tools and techniques.
Not food safe: This item is unglazed and porous, meaning it absorbs liquids and does not meet modern safety standards for food use.
For display purposes only: While Iron Age communities would have cooked in such pots by heating contents above 70°C for at least 10 minutes (or ideally 100°C), we do not advise using this replica for cooking.

Ordering Information
'Add to Basket' Items: Ready to ship immediately.
'Pre-order' Items: Handmade to order within 90 days (longer for international orders). If your order includes both 'Add to Basket' and 'Pre-order' items, they will be shipped together once all items are ready.

Shipping
All items are sent via second-class postal service as standard.
If you require first-class shipping, please contact us for a custom quote.
Postage Note: All items are carefully packaged to ensure they arrive in perfect condition.

Own a beautifully handcrafted piece of Iron Age history. Order today and bring the past into your present.