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Teapot

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black teapot with a rounded body, two handles on either side, and a spout on the right. The lid is domed. A brown and gold lotus leaf and a white lotus flower are painted on the front. The background of the image transitions from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.

Artwork Details

Date
early 19th century
Medium
Pottery covered with glaze and ornamented at sides (Kikko ware)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 559 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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