Lot Essay
For a smaller jar with similar handle excavated in Qinghai province, see Dictionary of Chinese Archeology, Beijing, 1986, pl.15
MAJIAYAO CULTURE, 3RD MILLENIUM B.C.
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A neolithic painted pottery vessel
Majiayao Culture, 3rd millenium b.c.
Of ovoid shape, applied across the top with curved strap handle, overall impressed with coiled rope to create a textured surface, the handle and border around the rim painted with black cross-hatched motif
30.5 cm. high
Majiayao Culture, 3rd millenium b.c.
Of ovoid shape, applied across the top with curved strap handle, overall impressed with coiled rope to create a textured surface, the handle and border around the rim painted with black cross-hatched motif
30.5 cm. high