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Vase

Rakutozan

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black vase with a white design by Rakutozan. The vase is shaped like a pear with a narrower top. The vase has a narrow neck and a small lip at the top. The body of the vase is bulbous and tapers towards the bottom. The vase is decorated with an intricate white design that resembles a vine or a stem with leaves and flowers. The design is etched into the surface of the vase and features curved lines and shapes. The background of the image is light gray.

Artwork Details

Date
1760
Medium
Clay blackened outside and decorated with polychrome enamels which do not touch (Kyoto ware)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
387 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
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