The art and design unique to the Jomon period reached its peak in its middle stage, when the earthen vessels, as well as earthen figurines, became so dynamic in its design as to look too decorative.
中期は縄文時代特有の造形がピークに達する時期で、土器、土偶ともに装飾過多とも思えるほどのダイナミックな造形が見られる。