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Covered Urn

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Covered Urn by Elkington, Mason & Co. The urn has a square base. The base of the urn is made of metal and has a short, thick stem that flares out slightly at the top. Two curved handles protrude from either side. The body of the urn is white with a design of fruit and leaves. The top of the urn is made of metal with a finial on top. The lid is decorated with leaves and has a metal rim. The background is gray. A shadow is cast to the left.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1816–23
Medium
Porcelain
Culture
French
Dimensions
475 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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