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Jug

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

White ceramic jug with handle on left side. Jug has wide mouth with spout on right side. Body of jug is bulbous and rounded. Decorations are in black and feature floral patterns and scenes of people. The floral patterns include leaves and flowers around the top portion. Two distinct scenes are visible: one with a building and people on the left, and another with people on the right. The handle is curved and attached to the left side. The background of the image is plain light gray. The jug appears to be antique, titled "Jug" by an unnamed artist.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1765
Medium
Stoneware
Culture
British (American market)
Dimensions
478 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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