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Kettle (Kama) and Brazier (Furo)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black and white photograph of a display titled "Kettle (Kama) and Brazier (Furo)" by artist unknown. The display case sits on a table covered with a white cloth. The case has a black metal frame and three glass or screen sides that are folded out. Inside the case are several ceramic items. A large kettle with a handle on one side sits on a brazier. A long-handled spoon and other items are also inside. On top of the case are two small bowls. One is white with a dark line. The other is dark colored. To the left of the case on the table is a small ceramic plate. To the right of the case on the table is a wicker basket holding several metal tongs and other metal items. To the right of the basket are two small metal rings and a small square black mat. A small ceramic plate sits on the table to the left of the mat. A long decorative trim runs down the center of the table. The walls behind the display are plain and light colored.

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
Iron
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
600 × 416 px
Museum record:
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