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Covered jar with floral pattern

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a covered jar with a floral pattern. The jar is round and has a short base. The body of the jar is decorated with a floral pattern. The pattern features flowers and leaves cut out of the surface, creating a pierced design. The jar has a domed lid with a ribbed design and small circular indentations. The lid is attached to the jar by a small lip. The jar and lid appear to be made of ceramic or porcelain. The image is in black and white. The background is light gray.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Porcelain painted in overglaze polychrome enamels (Bencharong ware for Thai market )
Culture
China
Dimensions
554 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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