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Saucer

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image features a black bowl titled "Saucer" by an unknown artist. The bowl has a wide circular shape with a flat bottom and slightly curved sides. It appears to be made of dark-colored material, possibly ceramic or glass. The interior surface of the bowl is smooth and features an etched design. The design consists of concentric circles and various etched patterns around the inner rim, including what looks like a Greek key pattern. There are also etchings of leaves and flowers around the bowl's interior. The background of the image is light gray. The bowl appears to be displayed on a plain surface.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
White porcelain decorated with black, silver and gold (Hizen ware, Kutani type)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 601 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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