Jar with Chrysanthemums and Rocks

Jar with Chrysanthemums and Rocks

An item at Metropolitan Museum of Art

Often mentioned in poetry, chrysanthemums and autumn grasses serve as metaphors for the passing of time and the ephemeral nature of reality. Here, they are painted using the distinctive blues, pinks, and greens that characterize the Kakiemon style of decoration.

Asian Art

An exhibit at Metropolitan Museum of Art

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The Met's collection of Asian art—more than 35,000 objects, ranging in date from the third millennium B.C. to the twenty-first century—is one of the largest and most comprehensive in the world. Each of the many civilizations of Asia is represented by outstanding works, providing an unrivaled experience of the artistic traditions of nearly half the world.