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Figure of Girl

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white photograph of a standing ceramic or porcelain figurine. The figurine depicts a woman with dark hair styled in a bun. She wears a traditional Japanese kimono with a floral pattern. Her left arm is bent at the elbow with the hand near her waist. Her right arm is extended downward. The kimono has a long skirt and wide sleeves. One sleeve is draped backward. The base of the figurine is visible and appears to have a simple design. The background is plain and light colored. The title of the figurine is "Figure of Girl". The artist is unidentified.

Artwork details

Date:
1870
Medium:
Porcelain decorated in colored enamels (Hizen ware, Kutani type)
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
428 × 624 px
Museum record:
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