Early Ceramics
Two Neolithic pottery vessels
Yangshao culture
The first potted asymmetrically with an irregularly ovoid body surmounted by a slightly askew neck, the exteriors painted in hues of black and red in geometric and crosshatch patterns; the second a small amphora of waisted shape with two large handles to either side, the exterior surfaces covered in scarlet pigment with black scrolling patterns.
5 1/2 and 3 3/4in (14 and 9.5cm) high
The first potted asymmetrically with an irregularly ovoid body surmounted by a slightly askew neck, the exteriors painted in hues of black and red in geometric and crosshatch patterns; the second a small amphora of waisted shape with two large handles to either side, the exterior surfaces covered in scarlet pigment with black scrolling patterns.
5 1/2 and 3 3/4in (14 and 9.5cm) high
Sold for
US$ 1,125
inc. premium
Category: Asian Art / Chinese Works of Art
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