This straight sided vessel was used to store dried loose tea in olden days. Produced in high fire cobalt,and topped with a brass lid, this tea jar is a smaller version of the well known Large Tea Jar. It is very nice offered as the base of our lamp.: S192L. A favorite with brides, Mottahedeh specializes in luxurious patterns and unique, elegant shapes that are reproduced from china found in museums and historical societies. The patterns feature complex and vibrant colors, and hand-painted gold decoration. The pieces are surprisingly fresh and timely, and look wonderful in both contemporary and traditional dining rooms.