Hatched Line Band 03

Hatched Line Band 03

Description:

Characterized by repeating diagonal lines that are drawn in one direction (as far as one can tell), unlike Hatched Line Band 02, which is drawn in two directions. The band can have a shaded background or no background.

Stylistic Genre:

The genre for this stylistic element depends on a combination of decorative technique, color, and element. Note that the genre for this band, when stacked with a trellis band and a cloud band, should be recorded as “Canton.”

Cataloging Example for Top Sherd:

Stylistic Genre
Canton
Interior/Exterior Location Decorative Technique Color Stylistic Element Motif
Interior Proximal Rim Painted, under free hand Purple-Blue, Muted Medium Hatched Line Band 03 Stacked Combination A
Interior Proximal Rim Painted, under free hand Purple-Blue, Intense Dark Hatched Line Band 03 Stacked Combination A
Interior Proximal Rim Painted, under free hand Purple-Blue, Intense Dark Trellis Band 26 Stacked Combination B
Interior Proximal Rim Painted, under free hand Purple-Blue, Muted Medium Trellis Band 26 Stacked Combination B
Interior Body Painted, under free hand Purple-Blue, Intense Dark Cloud Band 01 Stacked Combination C