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Jar in the shape of bronze container (hu)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The jar is ceramic with a predominantly gray and brown color. It has a wide mouth and a narrow neck that flares out slightly at the top. The body of the jar is bulbous with three horizontal lines around the middle. A circular handle is positioned below the lines. The base of the jar is flared. The jar appears to have a crackled surface with some discoloration. The background is white.

Artwork Details

Date
1st–2nd century
Medium
Earthenware with lead green glaze
Culture
China
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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