Jar (Guan)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The object is a Jar, also known as a Guan. It has a bulbous body with a wide mouth and two small handles on either side. The handles are circular and protrude from the top of the vessel. The body of the jar features a pattern of intersecting lines and shapes, creating a grid-like design. The pattern consists of dark and light areas, with the dark areas forming a series of interconnected diamonds and lines. The jar appears to be made of ceramic material and has a rough texture. The background of the image is plain and light-colored.