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Covered Jar

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Covered Jar, created by an unknown artist, is a bulbous jar made of dark-colored material with a wide mouth and a domed lid. The jar and lid are adorned with a floral design featuring raised flowers and leaves. The base of the jar has a pedestal-like design. A small knob-like finial sits on top of the lid. The jar appears to have a two-tone coloration with the floral design in a lighter shade than the rest of the jar. A ruler or measuring device is positioned in front of the jar. The background is a gradient gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
16th century
Medium:
Porcelain
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
519 × 625 px
Museum record:
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