Chinese, Neolithic — Decorated ovoid pot — Majiayao, Machang period, 2300 - 1800 B.C

Chinese, Neolithic, Majiayao, Machang period, 2300 - 1800 B.C, Pottery, 350 mm x 320 mm Condition: Good condition. Documented provenance. Antikarts dossier with presentation, characteristics and traceability.
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Detailed Description

Item: Decorated ovoid pot.

Culture: Chinese, Neolithic.

Dating: Majiayao, Machang period, 2300 - 1800 B.C.

Material: Pottery.

Dimensions: 350 mm x 320 mm.

Analysis & expertise

Record prepared for Antikarts from the photographs and technical information provided by the source.

Attributions and measurements are retained as cataloguing markers, without over-interpretation.

This entry is preserved in the Antikarts Museum as a documentary reference (no price displayed).

Characteristics

Item: Decorated ovoid pot

Material: Pottery

Culture: Chinese, Neolithic

Period: Majiayao, Machang period, 2300 - 1800 B.C

Dimensions: 350 mm x 320 mm

Condition: Good condition

Historical context

Chinese dynasties of Late Antiquity and the early medieval period showcase refined craftsmanship, often connected to elite life, ritual contexts and cultural exchanges.

Attribution: Chinese, Neolithic. Dating indicated: Majiayao, Machang period, 2300 - 1800 B.C.

Cultural value

Preserved as a comparison anchor within the Antikarts corpus.

Primary value lies in typology, stated dating and the associated traceability trail.

Traceability & guarantees

Provenance (summary): Ex English private collection, D.M, Bath, acquired between 1980 - 2000.

Record preserved in the Antikarts Museum as a documentary reference.

Archived source: https://www.yourantiquarian.com/product/chinese-decorated-ovoid-pot-2/.

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Material, chronological and cultural record for the object

Reference YA-7118
Period
Chinese, Neolithic
Date
Majiayao, Machang period, 2300 - 1800 B.C
Diameter
350 mm x 320 mm
Other References
YA-7118
Condition
Good condition
Provenance
Ex English private collection, D.M, Bath, acquired between 1980 - 2000, previous from Hong Kong art market Majiayao phase (3300–2500 BC) sites are mostly found on terraces along: the upper Wei River valley; upper Bailong River valley; middle and lower Tao