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Jar with flowers

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black and white photo of a "Jar with flowers" by an unknown artist. The jar has a rounded body, a narrow neck and a domed lid with a small, pointed finial on top. The jar and lid are decorated with white flowers and leaves on a black background. The flowers are various types, including peonies and chrysanthemums. The jar sits on a flat surface against a plain wall. The jar appears to be made of ceramic or porcelain. The overall shape of the jar is bulbous with a wide body that tapers slightly at the neck.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Porcelain painted with colored enamels under a transparent glaze (Jingdezhen ware)
Culture
China
Dimensions
435 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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