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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
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