Lot 67B
Ancient Near East, Holy Land, Iron Age to Roman Period, ca. 1200 BCE to 300 CE. A diverse group of fifteen pottery vessels from the Holy Land, spanning centuries of daily use and cultural continuity across the ancient Near East. This assemblage comprises a variety of pitcher and jug forms, ranging from slender, elongated bodies with sharply pointed bases to broad, globular examples with short necks and sturdy handles. Many are designed with single loop handles and narrow spouts, ideal for pouring liquids such as wine, oil, or water. Several pieces retain the reddish or buff clay characteristic of Levantine ceramic traditions, with surface deposits and earthen encrustations testifying to their great antiquity. The pointed-base jugs recall functional vessels used for transport and storage, their form allowing them to be set securely in the ground or a stand. More globular and wide-mouthed pitchers reflect domestic use, intended for serving or tableware. Size of largest: 4.3" Diameter x 7.1" H (10.9 cm x 18 cm); 9.5" H (24.1 cm) on included custom stand.
Together, the group demonstrates both the utilitarian character of Holy Land pottery and the remarkable continuity of ceramic design over a millennium of cultural change. This broad collection, encompassing Iron Age through Roman-period examples, offers not only a study in functional design but also a tangible link to the rhythms of daily life in one of the world's most historically significant regions.
Provenance: Collection of Y. Kayvan, Los Angeles, California, USA, acquired from a Los Angeles, California, USA gallery acquisition dates range from the late 1990s to 2005
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- Condition: Some have been repaired with break lines visible and some have areas of restoration. Some chips, nicks, small losses, and abrasions as shown. Rich earthen deposits throughout.
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