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Water pot with flowers

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black and white photograph of a round pot with a floral design. The pot is made of dark-colored ceramic or stone and features an embossed floral pattern around its body, depicting flowers, leaves and vines. The pot has a wide mouth and a narrow base. The background of the image is a plain light-colored surface with a shadow cast by the pot. The pot appears to be the "Water pot with flowers" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Porcelain with incised design under green glaze (Jingdezhen ware)
Culture
China
Dimensions
599 × 506 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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