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Melon-shaped Ewer with Incised Peony Design

Cleveland Museum of Art

Melon-shaped ewer with incised peony design. The ewer has rounded body resembling a melon. The body is green with a shiny glaze. The spout is long and curved, positioned on the left side. The handle is on the right side, looped at the top. The ewer features an incised design of peonies and foliage. The background is dark gray to black, fading to light grey at bottom. The ewer casts a shadow on the surface below. The lip of the spout shows gold.

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900 × 754 px
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