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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
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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