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Tea Caddy

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Tea Caddy by artist, kettle-shaped container with rounded body. Lid on top of body. Entire surface covered in gold and black pattern. Pattern includes leaves and flowers. Black areas reveal background material. Gold areas shiny and reflective. Background is light gray.

Artwork details

Date:
early 17th century
Medium:
Sprinkled gold lacquer
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
599 × 424 px
Museum record:
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