Ca. 1400-1200 BC. Canaanite. An unusual bronze age Canaanite painted ceramic vessel in a terracotta fabric comprising an out-turned rim, constricted neck, flaring shoulder, globular body and round bottom. Two rings of black paint run around the lower part of the neck, while three concentric black circles on either side of the vessel create an ‘omphalos’ or navel pattern, usually associated with representations of the centre of the world in ancient art. Excellent condition; on a custom stand.Size: L:105mm / W:85mm ; 310g; Provenance: From an old British collection of Asian Art formed in the 1990 on the UK and European art market.