Vessel, pottery fragment, base sherd
Country
Turkey
See full details
Object detail
Description
Pottery fragment, base sherd from a bowl. Reddish orange fabric with areas of white colouration. Base of a bowl or large storage vessel.
Classification
ARCHAEOLOGY
Measurements
L107mm x W72mm x D47mm
Media/Materials description
Pottery vessel made of fired clay, complete or fragmented
Inclusions to make the clay less sticky, reduce shrinkage, increase resistance to thermal shock and strength prior to firing.
Inclusions to make the clay less sticky, reduce shrinkage, increase resistance to thermal shock and strength prior to firing.
History and use
This is a fragment of pottery from the base of a vessel. The size and shape of this object suggests it may be from a bowl or base of a large storage container. The base does not appear to be flat, but is instead rounded. The body of the fragment is decorated with four incised lines.
Registration number
E40935
Share
