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Covered Urn

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Covered Urn by an unknown artist is a black and white image of a metal urn. The urn has a wide body that tapers towards the top and bottom. It has a base that is rectangular with rounded edges and a short stem. The body has a large oval frame in the center. The frame contains a scenic view with trees and ground. The urn has two handles on either side that are curved and have a spiral design at the top. The lid is domed with a small finial on top. The urn has a decorative border around the body and the lid. The border on the body resembles shells. The urn sits on a plain background.

Artwork Details

Date
1785–1815
Medium
Porcelain
Culture
Chinese
Dimensions
405 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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