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Storage Vessel, 18th to 19th Century
Indonesia
Earthenware; 13 1/2 × 10 1/2 × 10 1/2 in.
202…
Vessel
Storage Vessel, 18th to 19th Century
Indonesia
Earthenware; 13 1/2 × 10 1/2 × 10 1/2 in.
202…
Storage Vessel, 18th to 19th Century Indonesia Earthenware; 13 1/2 × 10 1/2 × 10 1/2 in. 2021.7.12 Anonymous Gift

Vessel

ClassificationsFurnishings-Serviceware-vessels
Date18th to 19th Century
Made AtIndonesia, Asia
MediumEarthenware
Dimensions13 1/2 × 10 1/2 × 10 1/2 in. (34.3 × 26.7 × 26.7 cm)
Credit LineAnonymous Gift
Object number2021.7.12
DescriptionThis object is an earthenware food or water storage vessel from Indonesia. The vessel's rounded bottom indicates that it was nested within an indentation in the ground. The narrow mouth allows for easier pouring and protects the contents from weather and insects.
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