The bowl, by artist Sakaida Chōbei, is a white ceramic bowl with a wide mouth and a narrow base. The exterior features a black design on the lower half, depicting a large leafy plant with curved stems and leaves. The upper half of the exterior has a floral pattern in shades of gray. The interior of the bowl has a floral pattern in shades of gray, with two large flowers on either side. The bowl sits on a light-colored surface, casting a shadow to the right.
Artwork details
- Date:
- 1780
- Medium:
- White porcelain decorated with blue under the glaze, colored enamels (Arita ware)
- Culture:
- Japan
- Dimensions:
- 600 × 438 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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