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Cup

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black and white photograph of the artist's "Cup". The cup is bowl-shaped and made of white ceramic material. It has a wide mouth and a small base. The cup features two dark-colored leaf designs, one on the left side and one on the right side. The leaves are painted in a simple style with stems and multiple leaflets. The cup sits on a dark surface, possibly a tablecloth or fabric, with a shadow cast behind it. The background is a plain wall or surface with a gradient from light to dark. The overall appearance suggests an antique or traditional piece of tableware.

Artwork details

Date:
1780
Medium:
White porcelain decorated with blue under the glaze (Hirado ware)
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
599 × 366 px
Museum record:
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