Tripode, M.C. 9211, Entre -1900 et -1600

Date of production: between -1900 and -1600 type(s) of object(s): archaeology, ceramics, luristan name(s): vase materials and techniques: terracotta location of discovery: iran dimensions - artwork: height: 10. 5cm diameter: 10. 8cm description: the concave body of this ceramic with a round and everted lip rests on three rather triangular shaped feet. It has two small vertical handles. The exterior of the tripod is entirely covered with a painted geometric decoration. From one handle to the other, double horizontal and vertical bands distinguish three panels: in the center, a checkerboard and two small rectangles with cross-hatching form like a cross; an oblong pattern appears twice in the squares left free; the side panels have cross hatching; under the handles, double lines again form a cross. The lip is painted, as are the outsides of the feet. Mode of acquisition: purchase date of acquisition: 24–06–1960 institution: cernuschi museum, museum of asian arts of the city of paris inventory number: m. C. 9211. Date: Entre -1900 et -1600.