Apothecary Jar

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Apothecary Jar by an unknown artist is a tall, cylindrical ceramic vessel. The jar has a wide mouth and a narrow base. The body of the jar is cream-colored with a blue floral design. The design features large flowers and foliage. A decorative border of blue shapes is at the bottom. The jar's rim and base show signs of wear and chipping. The background of the image is gray, with a shadow cast by the jar.