Hohokam Red on Buff Pitcher

Namepitcher

DateA. D. 550-1450

Mediumclay, paint

DimensionsOverall: 4 1/8 x 4 9/16 x 4 5/16 in. (10.5 x 11.6 x 11 cm)

Credit LineBequest of Dorothy Zama May

CultureHohokam

Object numberA1996-1-195

ClassificationsMay Collection

DescriptionHand coiled, using paddle and anvil technique, and micaceous clay; circular slightly rounded base to corner point, rounded wall, constricting to short, wide neck, and rolled rim, with wide strap handle attached to rim and upper wall; restricted vessel; slipped; light buff and pink ground with red painted decorations; design consists of red stripe around lower neck, and wide band with solid triangles and parallel zigzag lines.

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