Zulu Pot - 168.1

A traditional South African Zulu pot, made entirely by hand

Originating in South Africa, the Zulu pot — known as an ukhamba — has long held an honoured place in Zulu life, traditionally used to brew, store and serve beer. Each is hand-shaped from clay dug along local riverbanks, smoothed by hand, and fired in an open pit. That age-old process gives every vessel a warmth of tone and depth of character that no factory piece can match.

As a hand-built, wood-fired piece, it carries small cracks, scorch marks and tonal variation unique to that pot. Far from imperfections, these traces are the signature of an authentic, one-of-a-kind vessel with real history.

A real statement piece — set it on the floor beside a fireplace or doorway, or on a sideboard where its silhouette can be appreciated from every angle. Decorative use only.

Size: 29cm high x 33cm wide

Opening diameter: 14cm