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Pilgrim Bottle

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Pilgrim Bottle by Unknown Artist. A large rounded bulbous body with a smaller rounded portion on top. The body sits on a short circular base. Two curved handles on either side. The entire bottle has intricate darker floral designs on lighter background. A circular floral design on the front. A short cylindrical opening on top.

Artwork Details

Date
late 16th century–early 17th century
Medium
Cloisonne enamel on gilt copper
Culture
China
Dimensions
408 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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