Terracotta Botijo Jug
Terracotta Botijo jug, originating from Spain
Late 20th century
14.cm x 18.5cm
Botijo jugs, traditional to Spain, are ingenious clay vessels designed to keep water cool, even in the heat of the Mediterranean climate. These jugs are typically made from porous ceramic, which allows for natural evaporation to cool the water inside. Botijos have a distinct shape, featuring a wide, rounded body, a spout for drinking, and a larger opening for filling the jug.
Their use dates back centuries and is deeply rooted in Spanish rural life, where they served as essential tools for hydration. The botijo works by capillary action: as water seeps through the porous surface and evaporates, it absorbs heat from the water inside, maintaining a refreshingly cool temperature.
Terracotta Botijo jug, originating from Spain
Late 20th century
14.cm x 18.5cm
Botijo jugs, traditional to Spain, are ingenious clay vessels designed to keep water cool, even in the heat of the Mediterranean climate. These jugs are typically made from porous ceramic, which allows for natural evaporation to cool the water inside. Botijos have a distinct shape, featuring a wide, rounded body, a spout for drinking, and a larger opening for filling the jug.
Their use dates back centuries and is deeply rooted in Spanish rural life, where they served as essential tools for hydration. The botijo works by capillary action: as water seeps through the porous surface and evaporates, it absorbs heat from the water inside, maintaining a refreshingly cool temperature.
Terracotta Botijo jug, originating from Spain
Late 20th century
14.cm x 18.5cm
Botijo jugs, traditional to Spain, are ingenious clay vessels designed to keep water cool, even in the heat of the Mediterranean climate. These jugs are typically made from porous ceramic, which allows for natural evaporation to cool the water inside. Botijos have a distinct shape, featuring a wide, rounded body, a spout for drinking, and a larger opening for filling the jug.
Their use dates back centuries and is deeply rooted in Spanish rural life, where they served as essential tools for hydration. The botijo works by capillary action: as water seeps through the porous surface and evaporates, it absorbs heat from the water inside, maintaining a refreshingly cool temperature.