Jar c. 300

This earthenware jar, created by the Ban Chiang people of Thailand around 300 CE, showcases the intricate geometric patterns characteristic of their pottery. The jar's rounded body is adorned with painted red-brown bands of swirling, concentric circles, accented by linear motifs. This captivating vessel, now housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, is a testament to the artistic sophistication of the Ban Chiang culture, which flourished in Southeast Asia for centuries.