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Covered Jar

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Round, covered jar with a floral design. The jar has a wide body and a narrow neck. The lid is domed with a small knob on top. The jar and lid are decorated with a floral pattern in dark and light shades. The base of the jar has a decorative design. The jar is by artist Myzan. The title of the jar is "Covered Jar". The image is in black and white.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Pottery with decorations in colored enamels and gold on crackled ground (Satsuma ware)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 622 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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