Bowl
2nd millennium BCE
Description
Red-slipped low bowl with a round base and loop like handle. Stripes of fine black lines intersect to form a basket-weaving pattern across base. Striped handle. Interior pitted and crusted with mineral deposits.
Dimensions
5.3 x 11.5 cm (2 1/16 x 4 1/2 in.)
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