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Covered Jar (Guan shape)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The ceramic jar has a rounded body and a domed lid. The jar and lid are predominantly white with black designs. The body of the jar features a large floral pattern. A double-lined border runs along the top and bottom of the body. The lid is decorated with a pattern of leaves and vines. The lid has a small knob on top. The background is a plain gray color. The jar appears to be an example of a Guan shape, "Covered Jar", by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
14th century
Medium
Stoneware
Culture
China
Dimensions
540 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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