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Vase for a Pillar

Rakutozan

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black and white photograph of a vase titled "Vase for a Pillar" by Rakutozan. The vase has a wide mouth with a short lip and a narrow base. The vase body is bulbous and rounded. The vase features a dark color with a glossy finish and white inlays. The inlays form a pattern of curving lines and shapes resembling leaves and vines. Two small circular holes are on the right side of the vase. A ruler is along the bottom edge for scale. The background is light grey.

Artwork details

Date:
1820
Medium:
Faience with enamel decoration in low relief on unglazed surface, craquelé (Kyoto ware, Hozan style)
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
451 × 624 px
Museum record:
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