Ancient Chinese, Han dynasty Terracotta Jar - 30 cm

Terracotta jar
Han period China
1st-3rd century

Han dynasty pottery refers to ceramic vessels and figurines produced during the Han dynasty, which lasted from 206 BCE to 220 CE in ancient China. Han Dynasty pottery is renowned for its artistic quality, variety of forms, and technical advancements.
This important jar was used for storing foodstuffs such as wine.
on the exterior walls, a geometric pattern made by applying ropes to the surface of the raw clay
a raised relief pattern is applied to both sides of the vase forming handles.
The collar is rolled up and grooved horizontally

Very good general condition (no restoration has been made, the object is intact.)
Comes from a private French collection

Dimensions 30 x 25 x 30 cm

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