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Covered urn with geometric decoration

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Covered urn with geometric decoration by Unknown is a rounded vessel with a wide body and narrow base. The body is bulbous with a short neck and a small handle on the left side that curls outward. The lid is domed and has a small finial on top. The entire urn is made of dark-colored metal and features a geometric pattern etched into its surface. The pattern consists of rows of small circles and lines. The background of the image is a gradient that transitions from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom. A shadow is cast to the right of the urn.

Artwork Details

Date
8th century
Medium
Stoneware with stamped design
Culture
Korea
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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