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Large Storage Jar (Ōtsubo)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Large Storage Jar (Ōtsubo) by Leach, Bernard Large brown pottery jar with a wide body and a short neck. The jar has a textured surface, with visible striations and scratches. It appears to be made of clay and has a rough, earthy appearance. The jar is primarily brown in color, with some lighter and darker patches. The background of the image is a plain gray color. The jar is positioned centrally in the image, with its opening facing upwards.

Artwork details

Date:
6th–7th century
Medium:
Stoneware with natural ash glaze (Sue ware)
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
599 × 598 px
Museum record:
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