Song Dynasty Cizhou Ware Figure of a Seated Boy and Carp altarvessel while an inset collar extends

while an inset collar extends upward to secure the fitted lid

is a remarkable example of the Bura Asinda-Sikka culture of West Africa

with minor chips on the base

Miniature vessels such as this were likely used to store and transport medicinal substances or other precious concoctions

hand-built during the height of the Indus Valley Civilization

Song Dynasty Cizhou Ware Figure of a Seated Boy and Carp altarvessel while an inset collar extendsSong or Jin Dynasty, c. 9071125 AD, Hebei Province, China A finely potted small scale Cizhou ware figure depicting a seated boy dressed in softly flowing robes, tenderly holding a large carp or koi across his lap. The child embraces the fish with both hands, gently wrapping his arms around its neck while pressing his head affectionately to one side, creating an intimate and lively composition that conveys warmth and charm. The figure is covered in a