Hohokam Red on Buff Bowl

Namebowl

DateA. D. 550-1450

Mediumclay, paint

DimensionsOverall: 7/8 x 3 3/4 in. (2.2 x 9.6 cm)

Credit LineBequest of Dorothy Zama May

CultureHohokam

Object numberA1996-1-199

ClassificationsMay Collection

DescriptionHand coiled using paddle and anvil technique, of micaceous clay; squashed globular shape; rounded base and wall, constricting to open mouth and somewhat beveled up rim; restricted vessel; orange-brown ground, with dark red painted decorations, and gray fire clouds; design consists of multiple rows of terrace-like elements, alternating in each row to produce a somewhat diagonal configuration, and with tick marks around rim.

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