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Covered Jar

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of a ceramic jar titled "Covered Jar" by an unknown artist. The jar has a wide body that tapers to a narrow base. A lid with a knob on top covers the jar. The jar and lid are decorated with horizontal lines and intricate designs, including foliage and curving lines. The background is black.

Artwork Details

Date
15th–16th century
Medium
Earthenware with cream white glaze and iron-brown underglaze decoration
Culture
Thailand (Si Satchanalai)
Dimensions
548 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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