2012.91.212, painted jar, low-fired pottery; 2500–2300 B.C.
Eason Eige Collection; photo by T. Ocken
2012.91.212, painted jar, low-fired pottery; 2500–2300 B.C.
Eason Eige Collection; photo by T. Ocken
Made during the Banshan phase of the Majiayao culture, this vase is about
12 1/2 inches (32 cm) tall.
The swirling design in black and red paint is typical for pottery
of the phase. To see a second jar that may or may not be from the Banshan
phase, please click on the image below.
A possible Banshan phase jar
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