Water-Dropper

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black and white photograph of an object titled "Water-Dropper" by an unknown artist. The object has two connected bulbous parts. The left part is rounded and the right part tapers to a narrow end. The bulbous parts are decorated with black designs, including flowers, leaves, and swirls. The object sits on a textured surface, possibly fabric or carpet, and the background is a solid gray color. The object casts a slight shadow on the surface below it. The designs on the object are intricate and appear to be painted or drawn on. The overall appearance of the object suggests it may be a decorative item or a functional object with a specific purpose.