Spherical pottery jar

Spherical pottery jar

It is a type of spherical pottery jar discovered in Panamanian archaeology, with unique aesthetic and cultural significance. This type of pottery jar is known for its rounded shape and decorative details, usually with a flat bottomed or slightly raised base. There are various decorative techniques, which may include painting, carving, or additional decorative elements such as small protrusions. These pottery jars are not only used for daily purposes such as storing and transporting water, but may also play an important role in religious ceremonies or social activities. In some cultures, similar spherical pottery jars are believed to be closely related to water and life, and may be used in worship or rituals to pray for rain and harvest.