An Exceptional, Large Ancient Chinese Prehistoric Terracota Vase 3000 BC. Shipped with USPS Priority Mail.
This attractive earthenware vase dates back to the Majiayao phase of China’s Yangshao Culture. It is of typical form with large bulbous body, flaring neck and strap handles. The piece is decorated throughout with attractive black circular waveform motif. The outside and inside of the neck is also adorned with lines and geometric patterns. The loop handles point down, giving the pot and anthropomorphic look.
The Yangshao Culture was a Neolithic culture that flourished along China’s Yellow River from the 6th Millenium BC.
Height 13 1/2 inches
Maximum diameter: 12 inches
Condition: Excellent, with some restoration to a chip on the rim.
Provenance: Ex German Private Colllection Ex Art Ancient It comes with certificate of authenticity from Art Ancient.