Ca. 1050-750 BC.A bichrome pottery jug with a globular lower body, flattened base, and sturdy handle. The trefoil-shaped spout adds a touch of elegance to the jug, elevating it from a simple utilitarian object to a work of art. The decoration on this jug features a central register of three dark-painted thin lines flanked by thick red-painted bands, creating a striking contrast against the light-colored clay. A further red painted band encircles the bottom of the neck, while the handle and spout are also accentuated with red paint decoration. The overall effect is one of balance and harmony, a testament to the skill and artistry of the Cypriot potters. Bichrome pottery is a signature style of ancient Cypriot pottery, characterized by the use of two contrasting colors - typically red and black - on a light-colored background. This distinctive style emerged in the Late Cypriot period (1600-1050 BC) and continued into the Cypro-Geometric period (1050-750 BC). Bichrome pottery was produced in a variety of shapes and sizes, from jugs and bowls to kraters and amphorae, and was often decorated with intricate geometric and floral designs.Size: L:200mm / W:130mm ; 660gProperty of a London gallery; formerly in High Wycombe Estate collection; formerly acquired on the UK art market.