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Jug

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black and white photograph of a ceramic jug titled "Jug" by an unknown artist. The jug has a bulbous body and a narrow neck. The jug is predominantly white with dark-colored designs and patterns. The designs appear to be a mix of foliage and other motifs. The jug has a handle on the right side and a metal lid on top. The lid is conical in shape and has a small finial on top. A chain is attached to the lid and handle. The jug is sitting on a light-colored surface and has a shadow underneath it. The background of the image is plain and light-colored.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1660–80
Medium
Porcelain decorated with blue under the glaze; silver mount and lid of Eastern make; (Arita ware)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
312 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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