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Ulcior cu „țâță”

Unknown

1850

From the collection of Constanța Folk Art Museum

Classical Antiquity Flower Meander

Dominant colour

Ulcior cu „țâță” is a 1850 by Unknown, depicting Flower, held at Constanța Folk Art Museum.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1850
Where can I see it?: Constanța Folk Art Museum

About this work

This is a dark brown ceramic jug with a handle and a small spout on top. The surface is covered in painted designs: swirling lines, flowers, and small shapes in white, blue, and green. The colors stand out against the dark background, making the patterns look busy but balanced. The jug’s shape and decorations suggest it was meant for everyday use, not just display. The swirling lines, called *meander*, were popular in many cultures for their simple, repeating patterns. Look up meander to see how this design shows up in other art and history.