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Water Pot

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a cylindrical water pot. The pot is white with a wide mouth and a flat bottom. It features a black floral pattern covering its entire surface. The pattern consists of leaves and stems that are intricately designed. The pot is placed on a plain background, and a small number is printed at the bottom. The title of the image is "Water Pot".

Artwork Details

Date
1820
Medium
White porcelain decorated with blue under the glaze (Hirado ware)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
525 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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