Prehistoric Ceramic Jar
Namejar
DatePrehistoric
Mediumclay, paint
DimensionsOverall: 4 5/16 x 3 9/16 in. (10.9 x 9.1 cm)
Credit LineBequest of Dorothy Zama May
CultureUnknown
Object numberA1996-1-182
ClassificationsMay Collection
DescriptionHand coiled; very crudely made; circular, lumpy base, rounded lower wall, constricting to tall neck, and thin uneven rim; restricted vessel; tan clay, gray fire clouds, reddish-brown painted decoration; highly stylized zig zag pattern below rim, and large undulating element with internal parallel line, around wall, and multiple circles within circles interspersed in random fashion.This record has been reviewed by University Galleries staff but may be incomplete or contain errors. Our records are frequently revised and enhanced. For any inquiries about the information listed, please email galleries@sandiego.edu.
1900-1920
ca. 1200 A. D.
Prehistoric
c. 1920
