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Cup

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black cup with single handle on right side, made of metal. The cup's body has a design featuring a bird perched on a branch with leaves. The top and bottom of the body are bordered by a Greek key pattern. The cup is sitting on a white surface with a small white label underneath. The background is plain white. The cup appears to be titled "Cup" by an unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
White porcelain decorated with black, silver and gold (Hizen ware, Kutani type)
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
599 × 539 px
Museum record:
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