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Bowl

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Reddish-brown bowl with wide mouth and slightly flaring rim, exhibiting a glossy glaze with streaks of dark green and tan. The exterior features vertical ridges, giving it a ribbed appearance. Tan and green glaze patches are visible on the exterior, with some areas showing wear and chipping. The background is gray with a shadow cast by the bowl. "Bowl" by artist.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1820
Medium
Earthenware and slip decoration
Culture
American
Dimensions
599 × 438 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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