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Bowl

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Bowl by Unknown Artist. The object is a bowl. The bowl has a rounded shape with a wide mouth and a small foot at the bottom. The exterior of the bowl features a pattern of interlocking diamonds and rectangles, with a floral design in the center of each diamond. The floral design consists of curved leaves and stems. The interior of the bowl has a decorative border around the rim, featuring small flowers and leaves. The background of the image is a plain gray color. The bowl is positioned at an angle, with the front facing slightly to the left. The image is in black and white.

Artwork Details

Date
1780
Medium
White porcelain decorated with blue under the glaze, colored enamels (Arita ware)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 439 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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Palette