Bowl Decorated with a Procession of Women
The figural and decorative black painting was done when the slip was still wet, giving a distinct, slightly blurry effect that is characteristic of ceramic ware produced at this time in the Bajaur Valley, at the Afghanistan border. Bajaur terracottas of this type are usually embellished with animals or with rows of women making offerings.
Artwork Details
- Title: Bowl Decorated with a Procession of Women
- Date: ca. 5th–6th century
- Culture: Pakistan (Bajaur Valley)
- Medium: Terracotta with ink
- Dimensions: H. 3 1/4 in. (8.3 cm); Diam. 5 in. (21.7 cm)
- Classification: Ceramics
- Credit Line: Seymour Fund, 1992
- Object Number: 1992.271.1
- Curatorial Department: Asian Art
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ca. 4th–5th century
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ca. 3500–3000 BCE
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