East Asia, China, Western Zhou Dynasty, pre-Eastern Zhou Transition period, ca. 1046 to 771 BCE. A large storage vessel of a globular form comprised of buff grey pottery with a round but stable base, an apple-shaped body, a rounded shoulder, and a squat, flared rim. The exterior of the vessel is covered with dense impressed designs in linear and square motifs which give the surface an intriguing texture. A wonderful example with a mesmerizing array of impressed decorative patterns from this very early historical era in ancient China. Size: 11" W x 9.5" H (27.9 cm x 24.1 cm).

This piece has been tested using thermoluminescence (TL) and has been found to be ancient and of the period stated. A full report will accompany purchase.

Provenance: ex-private Los Angeles, California, USA collection; ex-Lotus Trading, acquired around 1975

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#138069

Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age and use, very minor nicks to rim, body, and base, with fading to some impressed details, otherwise intact and excellent. Nice earthen deposits throughout.