Vessel with Oculate Being

Cleveland Museum of Art

The vessel, titled "Vessel with Oculate Being" by an unknown artist, is a large, dark brown, rounded ceramic vase. The vase has a small protrusion on the left side near the top, resembling a handle or spout, and a short, narrow opening at the top. The body of the vase is divided into two sections: the top portion features intricate designs and patterns etched into the surface, while the bottom portion is plain. The etched designs on the top portion are primarily white and red, with a prominent figure featuring a large eye or circle on its face. The background of the image is a gradient that transitions from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom. The vase casts a shadow on the surface below it.