The Courtly Check Globe Canister is a different category of object from the enamel canisters. It's made of handmade ceramic — terra cotta formed and fired in MacKenzie-Childs' own studio in Aurora, New York, then hand-painted by master artisans with stripes, dots, and checks, and trimmed with gold lustre. The globe shape is unlike anything else in the Courtly Check range: a full-bodied sphere that holds pantry staples or office supplies with the kind of presence that makes people ask about it the moment they see it.

This is not a utilitarian storage piece. It's a collector's object that also functions as a canister. The gold lustre trim, the ceramic body, and the fact that it's made entirely by hand in Aurora distinguish it from every enamel piece in the range — and from virtually everything else in any kitchen. Pairs with the Groovy Canister for a complementary set of sculptural shapes.

Specifications

• Material: Handmade ceramic (terra cotta), hand-painted decoration with china paints, gold lustre embellishments
• Made in: Aurora, New York, USA
• Care: Hand-wash with care. Pieces may vary due to handmade nature.

Part of the Courtly Check collection at Treasured Accents. Pairs with the Courtly Check Groovy Canister. For the enamel canister range, see the Set of 3. Read our craftsmanship guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the Globe Canister and the enamel canisters?
The Globe Canister is handmade ceramic — terra cotta formed and fired in MacKenzie-Childs' Aurora, NY studio, hand-painted with china paints and gold lustre by master artisans. The enamel canisters are hand-painted steel. Different material, different price point, different level of collectibility.

Is the Globe Canister Made in the USA?
Yes — handcrafted entirely in MacKenzie-Childs' studio in Aurora, New York. One of the relatively few pieces in the range that carries the Made in Aurora designation.

Can it be used for food storage?
It can hold dry pantry staples, but the Globe Canister is primarily a decorative collector's piece. Hand-wash with care — it is not dishwasher safe.

Does it pair with other ceramic pieces?
Yes — MacKenzie-Childs designed the Globe, Groovy, and Column canisters as a complementary set of shapes. The Groovy Canister is available at Treasured Accents.