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Covered jar with plum blossoms

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a blue and white ceramic jar with a lid. The jar is shaped like an urn, with a wide body that tapers in at the bottom and a short neck. The body of the jar is a deep blue color with white floral designs. The lid is also blue and white, with a small finial on top. The jar has a glossy finish and appears to be made of ceramic or porcelain. The background of the image is a plain off-white color, with a shadow cast by the jar. The jar is titled "Covered jar with plum blossoms".

Artwork Details

Date
early 18th century
Medium
Porcelain painted in underglaze cobalt blue (Jingdezhen ware)
Culture
China
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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