Bowl

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a bowl by artist Okumura Kihachiro. The bowl is made of silver and features a wide mouth that tapers inward, with a flat base. The exterior is ornately decorated with various designs, including a large medallion on the front showcasing a mythical creature. The medallion is surrounded by swirling clouds and foliage. The bowl's body features intricate etchings, including a band of geometric patterns around the top and a band of vertical lines around the base. The interior of the bowl also features intricate designs and patterns.