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Cup

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black-and-white photograph of a ceramic cup. The cup has a wide, rounded body and a narrow base. It features a decorative design around the rim, which includes a series of small dots and a wavy line. On the side of the cup, there is an image of a lion-like creature wearing a shirt and holding flowers. The inside of the cup has additional decorative designs, including a floral pattern. The cup sits on a flat surface, casting a shadow to the left.

Artwork details

Date:
1785–90
Medium:
Porcelain
Culture:
Chinese
Dimensions:
600 × 489 px
Museum record:
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