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Jar

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a Jar by Bernard Leach. The jar is made of clay and features a wide body that tapers to a narrower neck. Two small circular handles protrude from either side of the jar, near the top. The jar has a dark gray color with lighter gray accents. It is decorated with an etched design around its upper half. The design features curved lines and shapes. The jar sits on a white surface against a light gray background.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Clay covered with a transparent glaze with streaks on the upper half, a thin brown glaze on the lower half; incised decorations (Karatsu ware)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
552 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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