Description: Dogtooth Band 05 consists of a saw-tooth motif that extends downward from a single solid line. Unlike similar band Dogtooth Band 01, this band has no line below the saw-tooth motif. Cataloging Example for Depicted Sherd:   Stylistic Genre Handpainted Blue Interior/Exterior Location Decorative Technique Color Stylistic Element Motif Interior Proximal Rim Painted, under free… Read more »

Description: Dogtooth Band 04 is characterized by a saw-tooth band that has dots in the lower interior spaces of the triangle and in the upper interior spaces of the triangle.  The band is bound by single bands on the top and bottom.  The band is similar to Wavy Band 07, except the saw-tooth band forms… Read more »

Description: Dogtooth Band 3 is characterized by a saw-tooth band that has dots between the “teeth.”  This design may or may not have a lower plain band. It is often painted along a scalloped edge. Stylistic Genre: The genre for this stylistic element depends on a combination of decorative technique, color, and element. Cataloging Example for Depicted Sherd:… Read more »

Description: This band is similar to Dogtooth Band 1: a saw-tooth motif that extends downward from a single solid line.  In addition, a dot is placed in the middle of each triangle. On the underside of the saw-tooth extends a small spearhead or arrow. There is NOT a second solid line enclosing the entire pattern. This… Read more »

Description: This element consists of a saw-tooth motif that extends downward from a single solid line. A second solid line is painted below, but not touching, the saw-tooth motif. Stylistic Genre: The genre for this stylistic element depends on a combination of decorative technique, color, and element. Cataloging Example for Depicted Sherd:   Stylistic Genre Overglaze,… Read more »

Description: This band consists of stacked rows of diamond-shaped rouletted elements. The rows are staggered so that the elements line up continuously diagonally. In this example, inlaid slip fills the rouletted elements. Cataloging Example for Depicted Sherd:   Stylistic Genre Slipware, factory made Interior/Exterior Location Decorative Technique Color Stylistic Element Motif Interior Body Rouletted No… Read more »

Description: A single band of connected, open ovals with a diamond inside each oval. Vertical lines extend from oval intersections. Stylistic Genre: The genre for this stylistic element depends on a combination of decorative technique, color, and element.   Cataloging Example for Depicted Sherd:   Stylistic Genre Slipware, factory made Interior/Exterior Location Decorative Technique Color… Read more »

Description: A single band of unconnected diamonds. Cataloging Example for Depicted Sherd:   Stylistic Genre Slipware, factory made Interior/Exterior Location Decorative Technique Color Stylistic Element Motif Exterior Body Slip, inlaid, Yellow-Red/Red, Muted Dark Diamond Band 07 Individual A  

Description: This band consists of two dogtooth bands (mirrored zig zags), reflected vertically on top of each other. Stylistic Genre: The genre for this stylistic element depends on a combination of decorative technique, color, and element. Cataloging Example for Depicted Sherd:   Stylistic Genre Slipware, factory made Interior/Exterior Location Decorative Technique Color Stylistic Element Motif… Read more »

Description: This band consists of a solid diamond, slipped or painted, outlined by another diamond with a small amount of space in between.  The outer outline joins adjacent diamonds to form a band.  Most often found on factory-made slipwares. Cataloging Example for Depicted Sherd:   Stylistic Genre Slipware, factory made Interior/Exterior Location Decorative Technique Color… Read more »