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Covered Jar on a Pedestal

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Large, ornate jar with a wide body and narrow neck, sitting on a pedestal. The jar has a dark blue base color with intricate green, blue, and gold designs. The designs include people, foliage, and geometric patterns. A small figurine sits on top of the jar's domed lid. The pedestal is dark-colored and has a square base with curved legs. The background is a plain gray color. The title of the image is "Covered Jar on a Pedestal".

Artwork Details

Date
16th century
Medium
Porcelaneous stoneware with carved, pierced, and relief decoration in the biscuit, and under colored glazes
Culture
China
Dimensions
416 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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