7th century
Africa
Object qualities
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Objecttableware: Jar
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Type of arts & crafts
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MediumEarthenware; painted, unglazed
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SizeH. 19 7/16 in. (49.4 cm) Max. Diam. 18 1/2 in. (47 cm) Diam. of Rim (interior): 11 5/8 in. (29.5 cm) Diam of Foot: 9 1/4 in. (23.5 cm)
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Geography detailsMade in
Africa -
Country today
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Date7th century
Source of information
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Type of sourceDatabase “Metropolitan Museum of Art”
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Fund that the source refers toMetropolitan Museum of Art
Description
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The painted patterns on this large storage jar are arranged to emphasize the swelling shape of the vessel. The animal, bird, and plant motifs are closely related to those found on contemporary textiles.
