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Bottle with One Handle

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a white ceramic bottle with one handle and a narrow neck. The bottle features a bulbous body with a wide base that tapers to the top. A handle is attached to the right side of the bottle, curving upwards. The bottle showcases black illustrations of people and scenery, including trees and mountains. A small inscription is visible on the bottom of the bottle. The background of the image is a plain gray color. The title of the piece is "Bottle with One Handle".

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
White porcelain decorated with blue under the glaze
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
423 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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