Hohokam Red-on-Buff Jar

Namejar

DateA. D. 600-1100

Mediumclay, paint

Dimensions3 3/8 × 4 1/2 in. (8.5 × 11.5 cm)

Credit LineBequest of Dorothy Zama May

CultureHohokam

Markings"321" printed on base.

Object numberA1996-1-218

ClassificationsMay Collection

DescriptionHand coiled using paddle and anvil technique; large flat base, wall slightly rounded to low shoulder, then gently constricting to very short neck and flared rim; restricted vessel; slipped; buff ground and reddish-brown painted decoration, dark brown and gray fire clouds; design consists of 10 horizontal, concentric wavy lines extending from base to neck; rim painted same color.

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