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Half-Moon Tile (Kawarake)

Raku Tannyu

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Half-Moon Tile (Kawarake) by Raku Tannyu: A black and white photograph of a roughly made, half-moon shaped tile. The tile is made of dark gray material, possibly ceramic or stone, with visible imperfections and small bumps on its surface. The edges are rough and uneven, with a flat base and curved top. The surface features darker patches, possibly discolorations or shadows. The tile sits on a light-colored surface, with a darker area visible in the background to the right.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Earthenware (Raku ware)
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
600 × 380 px
Museum record:
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