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Brush Holder

Hozan

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a round, intricately carved object, titled "Brush Holder" by Hozan. The object is made of a light-colored material, possibly ceramic or stone. It features two men in robes carved into its center. The man on the right wears a robe with wide sleeves and a sash around his waist; he has a long beard and holds an object in one hand. The man on the left sits on a ledge, holds an object near his chest with both hands, and has a long beard; he wears a robe and a hat. The object has a decorative border around its edge, with a pattern of swirling lines and shapes. It sits on a base with three small feet, each resembling a human head or animal. The background of the image is light gray.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Clay covered with polychrome enamels (Kyoto ware, Awata type)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 594 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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