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Covered Pitcher

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Covered Pitcher by John and William Ware is white ceramic with a handle on the right side, spout on the left front. A lid on top is topped with a small figurine. Floral designs and coat of arms are painted in pink, purple, green, and gold. Thin gold lines encircle the base and lid. The background is grey.

Artwork Details

Date
1785–90
Medium
Porcelain
Culture
Chinese, for American market
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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