BLACK POTTERY / FLATTENED JAR, Painted Pottery, Han Dynasty (206 BCE–220 CE)

This piece is a flattened jar of black pottery from the Han Dynasty, characterized by its distinctive rounded form. Black pottery, also known as Anderson ware, is created through a firing process that restricts oxygen, resulting in its deep black hue.

As an archaeological find, this jar exhibits some oxidation and flaking on the surface and neck; however, it retains its overall complete shape. When held, its substantial weight conveys a sense of antiquity, evoking the essence of the ancient world. It would make a striking object for display.