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Puzzle jug

ca. 1710–20
Not on view
The model is derived from one originating in English pottery by 1653 and copied at the Dutch Delft factories by the early 18th century.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Puzzle jug
  • Date: ca. 1710–20
  • Culture: Chinese, for Dutch or British market
  • Medium: Hard-paste porcelain
  • Dimensions: Height: 8 in. (20.3 cm)
  • Classification: Ceramics-Porcelain-Export
  • Credit Line: Purchase by subscription, 1879
  • Object Number: 79.2.174
  • Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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