CHINA, NEOLITHIC PERIOD, MAJIAYAO CULTURE, BANSHAN TYPE, 3RD MILLENNIUM BC

The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.

We have sought to record changes in the condition of this piece acquired after its initial manufacture.
- a few chips at the mouth rim
- three hairline cracks to the mouth rim which extend to the neck, two with associated restoration
- several cracks to the body, with associated restoration
- wear and a few chips to the painted decorations on the exterior surface
- earth encrustation on the interior and exterior