Warring States Period, 475–221 BC
Height: 18.5 cm (7.25 in.)
A rare high-fired earthenware vessel dating to the Warring States period and attributed to Zhejiang province. The vessel has an unusual and particularly elegant form, combining the rounded profile of a jar with a curved handle and a small applied lug positioned opposite, giving the piece the appearance of an ewer despite the absence of a conventional spout.
The upper body is richly decorated with repeated impressed patterns arranged in a woven-mat effect. The dense, regular impressions create a highly tactile surface and reflect the sophisticated decorative techniques used on regional ceramic wares during the Warring States period. Fainter impressions remain visible on the lower body, suggesting that this area was originally similarly decorated before being partially smoothed below a single incised horizontal line.
The handle is further embellished with simple geometric decoration, while a narrow raised band encircles the mouth, providing a subtle finishing detail to the otherwise restrained form.
The vessel measures 18.5 cm in height and is preserved in fine condition, with no visible restoration or repair.
This is a distinctive example of Warring States pottery from Zhejiang, combining high-fired earthenware technology, impressed surface decoration and an unusual handled form that reflects the regional diversity of ceramic production in pre-imperial China.
Warring States Period, 475–221 BC
Height: 18.5 cm (7.25 in.)
A rare high-fired earthenware vessel dating to the Warring States period and attributed to Zhejiang province. The vessel has an unusual and particularly elegant form, combining the rounded profile of a jar with a curved handle and a small applied lug positioned opposite, giving the piece the appearance of an ewer despite the absence of a conventional spout.
The upper body is richly decorated with repeated impressed patterns arranged in a woven-mat effect. The dense, regular impressions create a highly tactile surface and reflect the sophisticated decorative techniques used on regional ceramic wares during the Warring States period. Fainter impressions remain visible on the lower body, suggesting that this area was originally similarly decorated before being partially smoothed below a single incised horizontal line.
The handle is further embellished with simple geometric decoration, while a narrow raised band encircles the mouth, providing a subtle finishing detail to the otherwise restrained form.
The vessel measures 18.5 cm in height and is preserved in fine condition, with no visible restoration or repair.
This is a distinctive example of Warring States pottery from Zhejiang, combining high-fired earthenware technology, impressed surface decoration and an unusual handled form that reflects the regional diversity of ceramic production in pre-imperial China.
