Deep Vessel with Handles

The image shows a dark gray, ceramic or stone vessel. The vessel is shaped like a vase and features a wide mouth that narrows down to a rounded base. There are two handles on either side of the top, each with a hole in it. The top edge of the vessel has a distinctive design with three rounded protrusions, one in the middle and one on each side. The middle protrusion has a circular hole in it. The body of the vessel has a textured surface with various patterns and designs etched into it. The background of the image is light gray. The title of the piece is "Deep Vessel with Handles".

Artwork details

Medium:: Earthenware with cord-marked and sculpted decoration (Otamadai type)
Culture:: Japan
Dimensions:: 479 × 624 px
Museum record:: View original

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