Covered Jar

American

1800–1830

Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information

Overview

Provenance

Title: Covered Jar
Date: 1800–1830
Geography: Probably made in Connecticut, United States
Culture: American
Medium: Earthenware
Dimensions: H. 13 1/2 in. (34.3 cm)
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1918
Object Number: 18.27.1a, b
Curatorial Department: The American Wing

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