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Inkstand

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangular table with four legs, featuring a flat top and a patterned design on the sides and top; the side pattern consists of interlocking diamonds and lines; the top displays a lighter-colored rectangle superimposed on a darker background with a geometric pattern; the table legs are curved outward at the bottom; the object is made of a material resembling metal or stone. Title: Inkstand Artist: Unknown

Artwork Details

Date
1800
Medium
Porcelain decorated in blue under the glaze; the top pierced (Arita ware, Imari type)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 421 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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