Water receptacle

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gray stone bowl with a carved design of flowers and leaves. The bowl has a wide mouth and a short base. It sits on a small stand. There are two large flowers carved on the front, one on each side of the bowl. A vine with leaves connects the flowers. A small pinecone-like object protrudes from the left side. A small object resembling a pinecone or seed pod sits on the right side. A small white ruler and a label are partially visible on the bottom left and right, respectively. The label on the right reads: "THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART 1931". "Water receptacle" by unknown artist.