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Anthropomorphic Bottle in Human Form

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The anthropomorphic bottle in human form by Unknown is a black and white image of a ceramic vessel. The vessel is dark-colored, with a wide body that tapers slightly towards the bottom. A small, rounded base provides stability. The neck of the vessel is short and wide, and the mouth is missing a portion. The vessel features a human-like face on the upper portion, characterized by a nose, mouth, and eyes. Two small ears protrude on either side of the face. A distinctive hat or headpiece sits atop the face, with a small triangular or wavy shape at the top. The face has a beard and mustache. A decorative line or collar encircles the neck of the vessel. The background of the image transitions from dark at the top to light at the bottom, with the object casting a shadow to the left.

Artwork details

Date:
11th century
Medium:
Stoneware
Culture:
Thailand
Dimensions:
374 × 625 px
Museum record:
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