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Pigsty

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Green ceramic box with a lid, the box has a rectangular shape with a smaller rectangular protrusion at the back. The box is open, showing a small pig inside. The ceramic is weathered and chipped, showing signs of aging. The box is titled "Pigsty" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
1st–early 3rd century
Medium
Earthenware with green lead glaze
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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