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Covered Jar

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Covered Jar by artist unknown. The object is a terracotta-colored clay pot with a domed lid, featuring two handles on either side. The pot has a rounded body with visible horizontal striations around its middle. The lid is also made of clay and has a small knob on top. The background of the image transitions from dark gray at the top to light gray towards the bottom, with a subtle shadow cast by the pot.

Artwork details

Date:
1825–75
Medium:
Earthenware; Redware
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
593 × 625 px
Museum record:
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