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Covered Jar

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Covered Jar by artist is a glossy, dark red ceramic jar with a lid. The jar has a wide, rounded body that tapers slightly at the bottom and flares out at the base. The lid is rounded with a small knob on top. The jar's color is a deep, rich red with a glossy finish. The background is off-white with a shadow cast to the right of the jar.

Artwork Details

Date
late 17th–early 18th century
Medium
Porcelain with copper red glaze (Jingdezhen ware)
Culture
China
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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