Pre-Khmer Pottery Pedestal Bowl
Pre-Khmer Pottery Pedestal Bowl
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Pre-Khmer Empire, c. 200-700 AD, Cambodia.
A mesmerizing and elegant Pre-Khmer pedestal bowl, dating from 200-700 AD, crafted in Cambodia before the rise of the Khmer Empire (802-1431 AD).
This finely potted, unglazed vessel reflects the early ceramic traditions of the Mekong Delta region, where both utility and ritual vessels were produced. Excavations at sites like Angkor Borei, the inland capital of Funan, and the port city of Oc Eo have revealed similar fine paste wares, suggesting a thriving trade and cultural exchange in the region.
The Khmer Empire, one of Southeast Asia's most powerful civilizations, would later rise to prominence, leaving behind architectural wonders such as Angkor Wat and Bayon, testaments to its immense power and wealth. However, long before this, the artistic and ceramic traditions of Pre-Khmer Cambodia laid the foundation for what would become a golden age of artistic achievement.
This pedestal bowl, with its slightly compressed form and graceful proportions, is a remarkable example of early Cambodian craftsmanship, embodying the ritual significance and refined aesthetics that would continue to shape Khmer artistic traditions for centuries.
Excellent condition. Intact. Gorgeous red slip paint. Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Rich deposits on interior and exterior. Root marks and soil encrustations from centuries of burial. Size approx. 14,9cm x 15,0cm x 11,5cm.
Provenance: Finnish private collection.
References and further reading:
Khmer Ceramics: Beauty and Meaning, Dawn Rooney, River Books Press Dist A C, 2010.
The Khmer Empire, Rodrigo Quijada Plubins, World History Encyclopedia, 12 March 2013. (https://www.worldhistory.org/Khmer_Empire/)
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