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Pottery is one of the most ancient arts. It can take various forms such as tableware, kitchenware, decorative objects and outstanding pieces of art. The first people who experimented with clay were the ancient Egyptians, who used to transfer water in clay pots often decorated with primitive tools. They were also among the first to glaze their pottery items before putting them into kilns. Pottery can vary depending on different uses, eras and cultures, from earthenware and stoneware to Chinese porcelain and terra-cotta. China has such a long and distinguished history of producing all sorts of pottery. Throughout the centuries, many potters tried to mimic the techniques and replicate Chinese works, capturing the same beauty. Besides its unique beauty and exquisite craftsmanship, each pottery piece has its own story. Whether you want to en






![Iron Age Raised Dot Decorated Pottery Jug: Central Europe, 1st millennium B.C. Squat in profile with broad base and flange rim, deep looped handle; bands of applied pellets to the sidewall. 402 grams, 18 cm (7 in.). [No Reserve] Acquired on th](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1191/415805/231334597_1_x.jpg?height=280&quality=70&sharpen=true&version=1777478893&width=280)





![Post Medieval Pottery Sherd with Christ: Circa 16th-17th century A.D. Rim fragment with high-relief Corpus Christi. 54 grams, 85.11 mm (3 3/8 in.). [No Reserve] From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since th](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1191/415805/231334863_1_x.jpg?height=280&quality=70&sharpen=true&version=1777474898&width=280)




![Romano-British Pottery Sherd Collection from Crococolana: 1st-4th century A.D. A mixed group of pottery fragments from vessels and other items. 3.59 kg total, 36-64 mm (1 3/8 - 2 1/2 in.). [No Reserve] Found at the Roman settlement of Crococolana, Brough, Li](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1191/415803/231330716_1_x.jpg?height=280&quality=70&sharpen=true&version=1777474167&width=280)



![Western Asiatic Pottery Pouring Vessel: 1st millennium B.C. Globular in profile with slender angled spout, conical mouth and strap handle. 188 grams, 10 cm (4 in.). [No Reserve] From the collection of a gentleman, 1988-2000s. TimeLine Aucti](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1191/415804/231332170_1_x.jpg?height=280&quality=70&sharpen=true&version=1777474526&width=280)










