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Jar with Grooved Bands and Loop Handles

Shang dynasty (c. 1600–c. 1050 B.C.), 12th–11th century B.C.
Earthenware with molded and incised decoration
11.4 × 11.7 cm (4.5 × 4.6 in)

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