ANTIQUE SAPUCAIA the rim wide with thin

the rim wide with thin etchings on its surface and repeated along the outer edge and down to the bottom

is elegant and stately in its silhouette

fruits or sweets

This is characterised clearly by the impression of the flames’ heat on what would be considered the outer side of this stew pot

These cases were were made to be portable and protective of their delicate contents

ANTIQUE SAPUCAIA the rim wide with thinAlso known as the paradise nut, the sapucaia is common to Brazil, Venezuela and other countries in Northern South America. Usually containing a lid, this woody capsule holds white, fleshy fruit and would oftentimes be used as a water vessel by people indigenous to the area, or for ornamental purposes. *Our pieces at Studio Zagara may show signs of age and wear, which is just how we like them. They carry with them years of history, so any imperfections