A Large Chinese Neolithic Machang Painted Pottery Jar (C.2300 - 2000 Bc) of the Majiayao Culture
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A well formed jar with its large round body, small circular base and two loop handles at its waist. Decorated with the well-known Machang 'frog' or 'hand' pattern together with roundels containing geometric patterns. 39cm tall. Condition: Small chip to the rim (the piece is available to be reattached). Some touch-up of decoration.
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