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Four-Handled Basin (Tsunodarai) and Pitcher (Hanzō) with Paulownia and Foliage Scroll

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black bowl with four handles and a lid, made of ceramic or lacquer, featuring gold-colored floral designs on the body and lid. The handles are cylindrical with gold accents at the ends. The lid has a small knob on top. Gold-colored floral designs adorn the body and lid, depicting leaves and flowers. The bowl is symmetrical.

Artwork Details

Date
17th century
Medium
Lacquered wood with gold hiramaki-e on black ground with gilt-bronze fittings
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
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