Vintage Jay Import Majolica Rooster Cookie Jar - Large Hand-Painted Ceramic Chicken Canister

In the heart of a bustling farmhouse kitchen from decades past, where the aroma of fresh-baked cookies filled the air, this magnificent majolica-style rooster cookie jar once stood guard over sweet treasures, his proud silhouette a joyful sentinel of comfort and tradition. Crafted by Jay Import and made in China, this impressive piece measures a full 10 inches tall, its plump form bursting with hand-painted feathers in vivid emerald greens, sapphire blues, golden yellows, rich browns, and creamy whites—each plume meticulously detailed with glossy glaze that catches light like morning dew on a country fence. His bold ruby-red comb and wattle crown a cheeky expression, complete with a bright yellow beak and glossy black eyes that seem to wink at every passerby. Lift the lid (his upper body) to reveal a generous interior perfect for stashing treats, and feel the weight and quality of true vintage ceramic artistry from the late 1990s to early 2000s. A touch of gentle crazing only adds to h