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Lantern

Genemon

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Lantern by Genemon: A black and white photograph of an ornate, square-shaped lantern. The lantern features a pagoda-style roof with curved eaves and a finial on top. The roof is decorated with a floral pattern. The lantern has a scalloped base and is adorned with intricate designs and patterns, including geometric shapes and floral motifs, on its sides. The lantern appears to be made of metal, possibly silver or another metallic material. The background of the image is a plain gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
1850
Medium:
Porcelain decorated with enamels, and the glaze craquelé (Hizen ware, Kutani type)
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
585 × 624 px
Museum record:
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