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Foliated water receptacle

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Foliated water receptacle by unknown artist is a ceramic object with a greenish-gray color. The receptacle has a rounded, bowl-like shape with a wavy edge and a glossy finish. It sits on three small feet. The body of the receptacle features vertical ridges. The background of the image is plain and off-white. The object is centered in the image.

Artwork Details

Date
12th–13th century
Medium
Stoneware with crackled blue glaze (Jiaotanxia Guan ware)
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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