Vintage Chinese Green Glazed Wall Match Holder | Mao-Era Ceramic Wall Pocket with Script and Wheat Sheaves | Rustic Kitchen Pot Clarice Box label has losses

Box label has losses

Material: Solid Silver (Chinese Export Silver)

Chris Orr was born in London in 1943

light wear consistent with age

Vintage Chinese Green Glazed Wall Match Holder | Mao-Era Ceramic Wall Pocket with Script and Wheat Sheaves | Rustic Kitchen Pot Clarice Box label has lossesAn unusual green glazed wall mounted ceramic match holder, dating from the mid 20th century and made in China. This functional folk piece features embossed Chinese script flanked by stylised wheat sheaves, all finished in a richly crackled glaze that adds depth and character. The script reads (Peoples Commune), placing the piece in the Maoist era (likely 1950s1970s). Originally used for holding matches or kitchen items, the design includes a hole at