Pot

About this object

History of use

Some pots are used for cooking over open fires. Some jugs and lidded pots are used for food storage and water. This pot is for holding water.

Cultural context

utilitarian; household

Physical description

Water pot with handle between pouring spout and air vent. Encircling ridge at shoulder and at ring base. Light yellow wash-like glaze. Handle, air vent, and shoulder ridge have abstract design in light red-brown consisting of curvilinear and straight lines with dots and crosses on top.