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Cup Stand with Relief Plum-Blossom Pattern

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Cup stand with a wide, flat, round base with a slightly raised edge and short stem. The base supports a wider plate with a small, circular cup-like indentation in the center. The entire piece is a pale green color with a darker rim around the edge of the plate. There are chips and wear on the base and plate. A relief pattern of plum blossoms in white is visible on the plate.

Artwork Details

Date
mid-17th century
Medium
Porcelain with celadon glaze (Hizen ware, Arita type)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
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