Sake Vessel (Heishi) with Butterflies
Black vessel with a wide, rounded body that tapers in at the bottom. The vessel has a short neck and a wide mouth. A lid with a small knob on top. The lid and upper part of the body feature a red design of two butterflies. The background is gray. The title is "Sake Vessel (Heishi) with Butterflies".
Artwork Details
- Date
- 15th century
- Medium
- Wood with black and red lacquer; gold leaf application
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 436 × 624 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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