The image is a photograph of a plaque on a wooden wall. The plaque is titled "Preface" and is written in black text on a brown background. Below the text, there is an image of a pottery vase with intricate designs and patterns. The vase appears to be made of clay or porcelain and has a wide base with a narrow neck and a narrow opening at the top. The text on the plaque explains that pottery was invented by human beings about ten thousand years ago. It is a type of pottery that was developed in the early 20th century and is known for its intricate patterns and designs.