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Gourd-shaped ewer decorated with waterfowl and reeds

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

A ceramic ewer, resembling a gourd in shape, features a bulbous bottom that tapers into a narrower, oval-shaped top. The ewer has a curved spout on the left side and a curved handle on the right side. The handle curves back towards the top of the ewer and features a small decorative element at its end. A small, domed lid with a decorative finial sits atop the ewer. The ewer's surface is primarily a light gray-green color with a glossy finish, and it is decorated with etched designs depicting waterfowl and reeds. The background of the image is a gradient of dark gray to light gray.

Artwork Details

Date
early 12th century
Medium
Stoneware with carved and incised design under celadon glaze
Culture
Korea
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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