Korond Transylvanian Folk Pottery Wall Vessel – Bird Motif

Description

Overview
Hand-painted ceramic wall-hanging vessel from Korond (Corund), Transylvania, Romania, with the place name painted directly onto the piece.

Design & Craftsmanship
Function & Form: D-shaped wall-hanging vessel with a flat back and pierced hanging hole; unglazed raw-clay base.
Artistry & Ornamentation: Bold stylized bird and scrolling floral vine motif in dark cobalt-black glaze over a cream ground, with a dashed/dotted rim border; “KOROND” hand-painted on the body.
Structural Base: Unglazed bisque base/foot ring, consistent with traditional Korond production.

Condition Report
Surface Condition: Small hairline crack near the rim; otherwise glaze intact with no chips.
Structural Integrity: Stable for display; handle with care around the rim area. This item is sold “as-is” with all associated patina and wear inherent to its age and history as part of the Craft World Tours Collection.