Haiqing Lotus Pottery
Haiqing is a brightly colored, cyan-glazed pottery, often used to make fine pottery and porcelain. This pottery is much loved for its unique color and glaze, and has high artistic and collectible value.
Ancient Greek pottery - Castello Banfi collection
It is a type of pottery from the ancient Greek period, named after the Etruscan region in southern Italy. Known for its unique manufacturing process and decorative style. Collected by Castello Banfi, it is characterized by the use of orange yellow clay, coated with red talcum powder on the surface, as well as black painted and white and ochre detailing. The decorative pattern depicts a wedding scene, depicting a female bride and the winged love god Eros. Discovered in PoggioalleMura, Montalcino, Italy, it reflects the artistic style of 340 BC.
Ancient Etruscan civilization pottery - Castello Banfi collection
The Etruscan bowl is a common type of pottery in the ancient Etruscan civilization. This type of bowl usually has a single horizontal handle, covered with dark brown mud glaze on the surface, and characterized by carved linear decorations. This type of bowl is commonly used as a lid for urns and is very common in funeral settings during the Iron Age. It originated in the second half of the 8th century BC. It is one of the collections of CastelloBanfi. The Etruscan civilization flourished and developed in central Italy from the 8th century BC to the 3rd century BC, renowned for its vivid murals and colorful artistic styles.
Ancient Etruscan civilization pottery - Castello Banfi collection
It is an ancient Etruscan pottery with a unique single handle design and a black glossy surface decoration. This single handled cup was produced in Etruria in the mid-6th century BC, particularly in the Vulci region. It is a piece from the Castello Banfi collection, made of black clay and decorated with plastic on the handle. This cup was not only very important in Etruscan culture, but also had an impact on later Greek pottery, with design and production techniques adopted by the Greeks and used for export to Etruscan.
Zapotec Pottery - American Collection, University of Bonn
It is an ancient art form originating from the Oaxaca Valley in Mexico, and this humanoid pottery embodies the craftsmanship and creativity of the Zapotec civilization craftsmen. It can be traced back over two thousand years and is known for its diverse styles, including animal forms and humanoid patterns, as well as geometric and symbolic designs that incorporate the Zapotec cosmology. It is a proof of Zapotec's technical skills and a bridge to understand their society, beliefs, and intimate relationships with the environment. Formally, it usually appears in animal form or human form, sometimes associated with gods, ancestors, animals, or individuals of prominent status. It is currently housed in the American Collection at the University of Bonn.
Nazca Painted Cup - American Collection, University of Bonn
It is a pottery artwork from the Nazca culture period in Peru, currently collected in the American Collection series at the University of Bonn in Germany. The Nazca culture is located on the southern coast of present-day Peru, around the early middle period of 200 BC to 600 AD. Known for its colorful paintings, typically using four or more colors. Early pottery in Nazca was typically limited to open bowl shaped or double mouthed pots with flat handles and relatively simple yet bold painted designs; The later style included other forms of vessels, including some sculptural shapes, incorporating more intricate details into the design.
Chullpavessel pottery - Bonn American Collection, University of Bonn
It is a double conical spherical pottery with human morphological characteristics, which was donated as a gift to A. in the American Collection of the University of Bonn in 2005 Elmer's collection. This pottery comes from the Chuquisaca region of Bolivia and has been painted with colorful colors. It is an important material for studying ancient culture and religious beliefs. Known for its unique double conical spherical design and decorative figures, this design may be related to funeral towers in ancient Andean regions. As part of the American collection at the University of Bonn, it provides us with a unique perspective on understanding ancient Andean civilization.
Nazca Double Mouth Bridge Pottery - American Collection, University of Bonn
It is an ancient pottery with unique design and decoration, representing the artistic achievements of the Nazca culture in Peru. Made of clay, it is characterized by two cylindrical pipes connected by a flat middle horizontal bar, forming a double mouth structure. This design is not only practical, but also has high artistic value. The surface decoration is rich and colorful, using multi-color paintings, which indicates that the Nazca culture has superb painting and decoration skills in pottery production. The Nazca culture existed approximately between 200 BC and 700 AD, mainly distributed in the Nazca Valley region of southern Peru. It is currently housed in the American Collection at the University of Bonn.
Jerusalem Ceramic Pomegranate
It is a traditional handicraft with Middle Eastern characteristics, originating from ancient Eastern culture, especially in the region centered around Jerusalem. This type of handicraft is usually based on pomegranates and handmade using ceramic materials. The surface is often painted with exquisite patterns and colors, representing the beautiful meaning of prosperity and many children and blessings. Pomegranate is a highly symbolic fruit in Middle Eastern culture, representing not only the continuation of life and the reproduction of families, but also health and longevity. Therefore, ceramic pomegranate has become a popular decoration, often placed in homes and public places to express wishes for a better life.
CopticVessel Ancient Egyptian Coptic pottery - Metropolitan Museum of Art
It is a pottery from the Coptic period in Egypt, belonging to the cultural product of the Byzantine Egyptian period. Produced in the 4th to 7th centuries, specifically in the Kaga Oasis of Egypt. Made of homemade materials, it belongs to the category of ceramic artworks. This artwork is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art and is part of the medieval art and monastery collections. It showcases the artistic style and ceramic production techniques of the Copts at that time, providing valuable physical evidence for us to understand the culture and lifestyle of this period.
Iberian High Foot Plate - Waldpenias Museum
It is a pottery from the ancient Iberian cultural period, characterized by high foot support. A Iberian high footed plate dating back to the Iron Age (4th century BC to 3rd century BC) was discovered at the Cerrod de las Cabezas archaeological site in the Vall é e Pe ñ as region of Castile La Mancha, Spain. This cultural relic is currently housed in the Waldpenias Museum.
Bull shaped pottery - Goetz von Howald Collection of the Americas
It is an exquisite artwork made of clay and adorned with colorful paintings. From Pucara, an ancient civilization site located in South America, renowned for its unique pottery. This pottery belongs to Goetz von Howald's collection of America, and the Pucara culture is known for its exquisite pottery skills and vivid representation of animal images. This ox shaped pottery is a representative work among them. Not only does it showcase the superb skills of ancient craftsmen, but it also reflects the worship and cultural value of animals in society at that time. As a collectible, it has significant historical and artistic value for studying the pottery techniques and cultural traditions of ancient American civilizations.
Ancient American culture humanoid stirrup jar - Bonn Collection, America
It is a type of pottery in ancient American culture, characterized by a tank shaped like a human, usually with facial features or the entire body shape of a person. Design not only embodies the artistic creativity of ancient craftsmen, but also reflects the profound understanding of human nature, religious beliefs, and daily life in ancient society. They have significant value in archaeology as they provide us with a window to understand the lifestyle and cultural characteristics of ancient civilizations. It is a precious historical artifact in the Bonn Collection of the Americas.
Aribalo Inca cultural pottery
Also known as aryballo, it is a pottery with a unique shape that was widely used in the Inca culture for storing and transporting liquids. Known for its narrow bottom and spherical body, it not only plays an important role in daily life but also holds significant importance in rituals. The design made it easy to carry and pour liquids, and its shape and function were very typical in pottery from the Inca Empire period (approximately 1300-1532 AD). The exquisite craftsmanship of this pottery showcases the Inca people's superb skills in ceramic art. Not only does it exist in Inca culture, but similar pottery forms also exist in ancient Greek culture.
Alabasteron Ancient Greek Pottery - Paul Getty Museum
It is a type of ancient Greek pottery, named after the Greek word "ἄλαβ στρον", referring to an elongated container with a rounded bottom and a lid at the mouth. The name and shape may originate from Egypt and have the same name as the stone used to make this container. It is usually used to store oils, especially perfume used by women after bathing. This specific Alabasteron was produced in the Attica region and can be traced back to 490 to 470 BC. The scene depicted on the container is a person holding a bow and arrow and an axe, with palm trees in the background. Currently housed in the Paul Getty Museum. It is an important cultural relic for studying the daily life and artistic style of ancient Greece.
Late Inca civilization pottery
It is a type of pottery unique to the late Inca civilization, which lasted from approximately 1450 AD to 1552 AD, the peak of the Inca Empire, until the arrival of the Spanish conquerors. Pottery with distinct characteristics, with a spherical or oval body, a pointed bottom, handles or "wings" on both sides, and a wide and flat mouth at the top. The pottery art of the Inca period is famous for its rich colors and exquisite decorations. Decoration usually includes geometric patterns, animal and plant images, or mythological stories, which not only showcase the aesthetic concepts of the Incas, but also reflect their religious beliefs and social values.
Pottery made by Chim ú culture
It is a pottery made by the Chim ú culture, dating back to the Intermedio Tard í o period, approximately between 200 and 600 AD. Chim ú culture is an important civilization in the history of the Andean region of South America, known for its exquisite metalworking and large-scale architectural works. The pottery art of this period demonstrated a high degree of technological and artistic achievement, reflecting the political division and cultural diversity of the society at that time. Not only is it a practical daily item, but it is also an important archaeological material for studying cultural and social structures, religious beliefs, and artistic styles.
Attic Red Pottery Bottle - Bonn University Art Museum
It is a masterpiece of ancient Greek pottery art, currently housed in the Bonn University Art Museum. Known for its unique shape and decorative style, it is characterized by patterns drawn with black or dark brown pigments on reddish brown clay, creating sharp contrasts. It usually has a wide mouth rim and a downward contracting neck, shaped like an inverted bell, hence the name "Bell Ceramic Bottle". In ancient Greece, it was widely used to mix water and wine, and was an indispensable container for banquets and social events. The patterns on the bottle usually depict mythological stories, daily life scenes, or animals, and these intricate paintings showcase the superb skills of ancient Greek artists.
Humanoid pottery - Bonn Collection of the Americas
The humanoid pottery is a unique artwork in the collection of American cultural relics, held at the Bonn Collection in the Americas. This painted humanoid pottery has a narrow opening and a slender spout. Its exact place of origin is still unclear. This pottery not only showcases the exquisite craftsmanship of ancient American civilization in pottery, but also reflects the artistic expression and cultural understanding of character images in society at that time.
Geometric Pattern Ancient Pottery - Bonn Collection Series in the Americas
The geometric patterned container in the Bonn Collection of America is an ancient pottery with a mysterious origin. Its specific place of origin is not yet clear, which adds a sense of mystery and research value to it. The surface of the container is decorated with geometric patterns, which not only showcase the artistic aesthetics of ancient people, but may also contain specific cultural or symbolic meanings. Through the study of geometric patterns, scholars can gain a deeper understanding of the artistic styles, religious beliefs, and social structures of ancient civilizations.
Bonn University Academic Art Museum Ancient Greek Pottery
A piece of ancient Greek pottery collected in the Academic Art Museum of Bonn University. This bowl is said to have been discovered at the Diplon Gate in Athens, around 750 BC to 735 BC, and was produced in the Attica region. This vessel is characterized by steep edges and a horizontal band like handle. The upper wall is divided into panels with stars, Capricorn, swastika, and checkerboard patterns. The wide stripes between the handles are divided into three panels: a display zigzag band in the middle and birds on both sides. The handle itself is also decorated with a zigzag band. It is an outstanding representative of ancient Greek pottery art and an important physical evidence for studying ancient Greek culture and artistic style
Khmer Civilization Container
It is an ancient Khmer civilization pottery from the 1st century BC, currently housed in the Minneapolis Museum of Art. This container is a representative of Khmer art and craftsmanship, reflecting the achievements of Khmer culture in pottery making technology at that time. The shape, decoration, and materials of the container may reveal the social customs, religious beliefs, and aesthetic tendencies of the time.
Laconia Kilix Cup
It is an ancient Greek pottery collected in the Academic Art Museum of Bonn University. Made between 550 BC and 530 BC, originating from the ancient Laconia region where Sparta was located. Known for its white coating and decorations concentrated on the inside of the bowl. The outer side of the cup presents a beam of light and several dark stripes of different widths. The inside displays a scene depicting two bearded, naked men talking. The smaller man on the left has a long beard and holds a Cantalos in one hand. The larger man on the right has a short beard and is not carrying any items. The blank space around the man is filled with bird and floral elements
Nazca Cultural Container
It is a pottery item in the Bonn American Collection series. This container has a spherical bottom and an S-shaped side profile. It is a colorful painted pottery with a face image painted on it. This container originates from Peru and belongs to the Nazca culture. In 1975, it entered H. as a donation gift Senff's collection. The Nazca culture is renowned for its exquisite pottery and textiles, which not only showcase the daily lives of the Nazca people but also reflect their religious beliefs and worldview. As a representative of Nazca culture, it provides us with important clues to understand this ancient civilization.
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