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Molasses jug

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a pitcher titled "Molasses jug" by an unknown artist. The pitcher has a handle on the right side. The pitcher is made of dark-colored glass. The body of the pitcher has a diamond-shaped textured pattern. The pitcher has a wide mouth and a narrow base. The pitcher sits on a circular base. The background is a plain wall with a light-colored surface below the pitcher. The image is in black and white.

Artwork Details

Date
1800–1830
Medium
Blown pattern-molded aquamarine glass
Culture
American
Dimensions
512 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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