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Jar

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The object is a large, ornate container with a lid and a base. The container is bulbous with a short neck and a wide mouth. The lid is domed with a small ball on top. The entire object is made of metal, possibly silver or pewter, and features intricate designs and patterns. The body of the container has a floral design with leaves and flowers. The base of the container is round and flat with a decorative edge. The base appears to be made of wood. The background of the image is white. Title: Jar. Artist: Unknown.

Artwork Details

Medium
Pottery painted in polychrome enamels
Culture
China
Dimensions
458 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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