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Pedestalled Cup

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Pedestalled Cup by unknown artist depicts a dark brown, ancient-looking cup with a handle on one side. The cup has a wide mouth and a narrow base, with a short stem connecting the base to the cup. The cup is adorned with horizontal ridges and a decorative band around its middle, featuring a wavy pattern. The cup's surface appears weathered and worn, with visible signs of aging. A shadow is cast to the right of the cup, suggesting a light source coming from the left. The background of the image is a plain gray surface.

Artwork Details

Date
5th–7th century
Medium
High-fired pottery (proto-porcelain)
Culture
Korea
Dimensions
517 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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