Ancient Monumental Folk Art Majiayao Hand Painted Terracotta Jar
Size: 16 in. W × 14.5 in. H × 14.5 in
A hand painted terracotta jar in the style of the Majiayao culture, a Neolithic society that flourished in northwestern China between ca. 3300–2000 BCE. Majiayao ceramics are celebrated for their elegant forms and sophisticated painted decoration, typically executed in dark red or black mineral pigments.
This example features the characteristics associated with Majiayao vessels: a rounded body tapering to a narrow neck, complemented by two small ring handles (lugs) at the midline. These lugs, common on utilitarian and ceremonial vessels alike, were designed to accommodate rope for carrying or suspension.
Crafted from fine clay using a coil built technique and carefully smoothed before firing. These vessels likely served both practical functions and ritual purposes within the community.
The jar is in good condition with expected wear consistent with its age. Soil/dirt remains on the surface of the vessel. A chip is present along the rim; please refer to the photographs for further detail.
Ancient Monumental Folk Art Majiayao Hand Painted Terracotta Jar
Size: 16 in. W × 14.5 in. H × 14.5 in
A hand painted terracotta jar in the style of the Majiayao culture, a Neolithic society that flourished in northwestern China between ca. 3300–2000 BCE. Majiayao ceramics are celebrated for their elegant forms and sophisticated painted decoration, typically executed in dark red or black mineral pigments.
This example features the characteristics associated with Majiayao vessels: a rounded body tapering to a narrow neck, complemented by two small ring handles (lugs) at the midline. These lugs, common on utilitarian and ceremonial vessels alike, were designed to accommodate rope for carrying or suspension.
Crafted from fine clay using a coil built technique and carefully smoothed before firing. These vessels likely served both practical functions and ritual purposes within the community.
The jar is in good condition with expected wear consistent with its age. Soil/dirt remains on the surface of the vessel. A chip is present along the rim; please refer to the photographs for further detail.
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