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Small Covered Jar with Design of Cherry Blossoms and Lambrequin Border

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Small covered jar with a rounded body, bulbous in shape. The jar is predominantly dark blue with a floral design featuring white flowers and leaves along with red flowers. The floral pattern includes gold accents. A gold and white lambrequin border is visible near the top. The lid is black with an intricate design. The jar sits on a textured grey surface against a plain grey background.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Porcelain with polychrome and gold overglaze enamels and a silver cover (Kyoto ware)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 456 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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