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Bottle

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black-and-white photo of a ceramic bottle. The bottle has a narrow opening at the top with a short neck featuring a decorative pattern around it. The body of the bottle comprises two main sections: a smaller, rounded top section and a larger rounded bottom. The bottle features a design with floral patterns and plant motifs in black on a white background.

Artwork Details

Date
1700
Medium
White porcelain with slip relief; decorated with blue under the glaze, polychrome enamels (Arita ware)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
432 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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