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Jar

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black ceramic jar with a rounded body and a short neck. The jar has a wide mouth and is adorned with two small handles on either side, just below the rim. The jar's body is primarily black, with a lighter-colored glaze that has dripped down from the top, creating a streaked effect. The glaze is lighter at the top and gradually darkens towards the bottom. The background of the image is plain and light-colored. The artist and title of the piece are "Jar".

Artwork details

Date:
17th century
Medium:
Clay covered with underglaze and overglaze running in large drops (Bizen ware, Imbe style)
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
587 × 624 px
Museum record:
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