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Clove boiler

Rakutozan

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Clove boiler by Rakutozan: A square ceramic pot with rounded edges and two small handles on the top. The pot has an oval hole in the center and a small lip around the top. The body of the pot is predominantly dark-colored and features a light-colored design that includes flowers and swirling patterns. The flowers have rounded petals and a circular center. The background of the image is light-colored. A small ruler or measuring device is placed in front of the pot. A sign below the pot reads 'The Metropolitan Museum of Art'.

Artwork details

Date:
1780
Medium:
Faience decorated in enamels (Kyoto ware)
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
600 × 611 px
Museum record:
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