Vase, M.C. 9212

Date of production: between -750 and -700 type(s) of object(s): archaeology, ceramics, iran name(s): vase materials and techniques: terracotta location of discovery: iran comment on the place of discovery: tepe sialk, necropolis b (?) dimensions - artwork: height: 22. 6cm length: 28cm diameter: 17. 5cm description: large jug with a globular body, provided with a small handle and an elongated pouring spout. The decoration is painted brown on a cream slip. At shoulder level, geometric patterns unfold. On the belly two ibexes, with long curved horns and heads turned backwards, confront each other. 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. 9212. Date: Entre -750 et -700.