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Water Coupe

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black and white photograph of a ceramic vessel titled "Water Coupe" by an unspecified artist. The vessel is a rounded, wide-mouthed object with a narrow neck. The body of the vessel is adorned with an intricate design resembling a rounded floral pattern. The surface of the vessel appears smooth. The background of the image is gray with a slight shadow underneath the vessel. There is a small rectangular label at the bottom right of the image, reading "THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM". The overall appearance suggests an antique or historical piece.

Artwork Details

Medium
Porcelain with incised decoration under peachbloom glaze
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 510 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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