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Jar (Guan)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Jar (Guan) is a rounded vessel with a wide mouth and a short neck. The body of the jar is bulbous, with a flat base. It has a geometric pattern etched into its surface, featuring interlocking lines that form a herringbone design. The jar appears to be made of dark gray stone or ceramic material. The background is light grey.

Artwork Details

Date
8th–5th century BCE
Medium
Stoneware with impressed decoration
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 591 px
Public Domain
Yes
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