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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
Museum record:
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