Ceramic fragment (Archaeological fragment)

Description

This fragment of unglazed red-orange earthenware is part of the rim of a vessel of possibly circular but now unknown form. The interior features a blackish-brown painted broad band that parallels the object rim. The exterior surface is undecorated. This object is most likely associated with the Hopi culture. As per the donor Mr. L. T. Alexander, the fragment was acquired "near the Little Colorado River in Winslow, Arizona, 50 miles west of the Petrified Forest." No details are recorded regarding the discovery methods used for this object.