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Miniature covered jar

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Miniature covered jar by Bernard Leach. Small ceramic jar with a rounded body, wider than it is tall, and a short neck. The jar has a lid with a small knob on top. The jar and lid are glazed with a predominantly light gray glaze and dark brown streaks. The glaze appears uneven and rough in some areas. The jar sits on a flat surface against a light-colored background.

Artwork Details

Date
7th–8th century
Medium
Earthenware with three-color (sancai) glaze
Culture
China
Dimensions
599 × 605 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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