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Ewer with writhing dragon

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Green ceramic ewer with a rounded body and a narrow neck. The ewer has a long spout on the left side and a handle on the right side. The handle is loop-shaped and features two small decorative elements at the top. A dragon design is carved on the body. The lid is rounded and features a carved flower design. The background is white. The ewer is titled "Ewer with writhing dragon" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
10th–11th century
Medium
Glazed pottery with incised decoration
Culture
China
Dimensions
484 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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