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Square Cup

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows four small, clear glasses with a scalloped rim and a black design. The glasses are arranged in a row on a white surface. Each glass features a black illustration of a person sitting. The people depicted are wearing old-fashioned clothing and appear to be outdoors. The illustrations on the glasses show people in different positions. The background of the image is a plain gray wall. The title of the image is "Square Cup" by an unidentified artist. The image is in black and white. The glasses have a wide mouth and a narrow base. They appear to be made of glass and are empty. The illustrations on the glasses are in a classic style. The people in the illustrations are engaged in various activities. The overall appearance of the glasses suggests they are old or antique. The image presents a clean and simple composition.

Artwork Details

Medium
Painted enamel
Culture
China
Dimensions
596 × 147 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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