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Pitcher

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Brown ceramic pitcher with a handle on the right side. The pitcher has a wide mouth and a curved spout on the left side. The body of the pitcher is adorned with intricate carvings depicting a scene with animals, including a deer, and foliage. The handle is curved and attached to the body with a small hole at the bottom. The background of the image is a gradient of gray. Title: Pitcher Artist: Unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1850
Medium
Mottled brown earthenware
Dimensions
530 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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