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Large jar decorated with peonies

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Large jar decorated with peonies by artist. The jar is made of ceramic. The jar has a wide body that tapers towards the bottom and a narrow mouth. The jar is cream-colored with a glossy finish. The jar has a floral design carved into it, featuring peonies. The design has two horizontal lines around the top and bottom. The background is a gradient from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.

Artwork Details

Date
late 15th century
Medium
Buncheong ware with incised and sgraffito design
Culture
Korea
Dimensions
567 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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