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Jar with loop handles

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Jar with loop handles by Unknown. The object is a rounded vessel with two loop handles on either side. The handles are positioned near the top. The vessel body is bulbous. The base is short and circular. The opening at the top is circular and narrow. The surface appears to be made of dark-colored material, likely ceramic or metal, with visible signs of aging and wear, including discoloration and rough texture. There are raised decorative elements on the front. The background of the image is light-colored and even.

Artwork Details

Medium
Earthenware with molded decoration and three color (sancai) glaze
Culture
China
Dimensions
546 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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