198 - Ban Chiang Vase, Thailand, 15th–5th century BC.

Ban Chiang Vase, Thailand, 15th–5th century BC. Modeled and incised terracotta. Measures 37 x 27 cm. A wide-mouthed vessel with a slightly flared neck, an ovoid body, and a ring-shaped foot, decorated with complex geometric motifs engraved with concentric lines, zigzags, and chevron bands arranged in horizontal registers. The surface displays brownish-gray tones with an archaeological patina and traces of uneven firing that accentuate its authenticity. The ornamentation, executed with repetitive and rhythmic strokes, reflects the characteristic visual language of the Neolithic Ban Chiang culture. The formal simplicity of the vessel contrasts with the graphic richness of its incised decoration, designed for both ritual and utilitarian purposes. The piece stands as a remarkable testament to the earliest ceramic traditions of Southeast Asia, where geometric abstraction and artisanal sensitivity achieved a high level of technical refinement. 37 x 27 cm. Item is in an international warehouse (within the EU). Intra-EU shipment: no import duties apply within the EU. An export permit from the country of origin may be required.