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Water holder

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

White ceramic water holder in the shape of a bird. The body resembles a duck or goose. Head turned to the right. Small round eyes. Detailed feathers on the wing and body. Three toes on the foot visible. Grey background. Artist: Water holder.

Artwork Details

Date
1820
Medium
White porcelain (Hirado ware)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
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