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Jar

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of a vase titled "Jar" by an unknown artist. The vase has a wide rounded body with a narrow base and a short neck. The vase features a design with a woman standing on one side, surrounded by plants and clouds. The design on the vase includes a scene with a person in traditional clothing. The vase is decorated with intricate patterns and designs. The base of the vase has a small inscription. The background of the image is dark gray.

Artwork details

Medium:
Pottery (Cizhou ware)
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
531 × 625 px
Museum record:
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