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Teapot

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Teapot by unknown artist. A ceramic teapot with two spouts, one on each side. The teapot is predominantly white with a landscape scene painted in various colors, including green, blue, brown, and gold. A blue and gold geometric pattern runs along the bottom of the teapot, and a green and gold geometric pattern encircles the lid. The lid features a small gold finial on top. The background of the image is gray, with the teapot casting a shadow.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1850
Medium
Pottery covered with a transparent glaze, enameled designs (Hizen ware, Kutani type)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 451 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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