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Cup

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black and white photograph of a ceramic bowl titled "Cup" by an unknown artist. The bowl has a wide mouth and a narrow base. The inside of the bowl is white. The outside of the bowl features a decorative design. The top third of the bowl has a Greek key pattern in dark and light gray. The middle section of the bowl has an intricate design that appears to be floral or scrollwork in dark and light gray. The bottom of the bowl is dark gray. The bowl is sitting on a white surface, and the background is also white.

Artwork details

Date:
1700
Medium:
Soft paste porcelain decorated with colored enamels and gold (Hizen ware, Kutani type)
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
600 × 463 px
Museum record:
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