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Incense Burner in the Shape of a Dog

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Blue and white ceramic incense burner in the shape of a dog. The dog has a blue and white body with a detailed pattern. Its mouth is open, and it appears to be barking or roaring. The dog has two small black horns on its head. The top of its back is hollowed out to serve as a container. The dog's body is positioned in a sitting or crouching stance, with its legs visible underneath. The background of the image is a light beige color.

Artwork Details

Date
first half of the 19th century
Medium
Porcelain painted in underglaze blue
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 400 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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