Amlash Tripod Jar with Raised Wavy Rib, 1st Millennium BC

A rare and visually striking Amlash terracotta jar, dating to the 1st millennium BC, featuring a bulbous body supported by three short legs and adorned with a prominent wavy raised rib encircling the vessel. The flared neck rises from the shoulder and leads to a wide spout, accompanied by a single curved handle. This piece is a characteristic example of Iron Age pottery from the Amlash culture of northern Iran, known for its unique sculptural forms and burnished surfaces. Intact with minor surface wear consistent with age. Height 19.5cm.