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Jug

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The jug by artist William Moorcroft features a bulbous body with a short neck and a handle on one side. The jug has a blue glaze with white floral designs covering most of its body. The top portion of the jug, including the rim and handle, is unglazed and beige. The base of the jug is also beige with a slight blue tint. The background of the image is a gradient from dark gray to light gray.

Artwork Details

Date
1680–1700
Medium
Stoneware
Culture
German
Dimensions
550 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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