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Incense Stick Burner

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Incense Stick Burner by artist. Small, ceramic container with a wide mouth and a narrow base. The container is primarily brown with a glossy finish. It features a pattern of blue and beige designs. The design consists of a vertical line down the center, flanked by symmetrical patterns on either side. The vertical line and symmetrical patterns are blue with beige accents. The beige parts of the design are raised slightly. The top and bottom of the design feature flower-like shapes. The background of the image is a gradient from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom. A shadow is cast to the right of the container.

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
Pottery glazed in colors (Kyoto ware)
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
500 × 625 px
Museum record:
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