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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
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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