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Jar with cover

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Jar with cover, artist not specified. The jar is bulbous with a narrow base. The top of the jar is wide with a small handle on top. The mouth of the jar is circular. The body of the jar features a design of a dragon surrounded by clouds. The top edge of the jar has a design of scrolling florals. The jar is white with black designs.

Artwork Details

Date
1780
Medium
Porcelain covered with a delicate celadon glaze, decorated in colored enamels (Nabeshima ware)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
518 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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