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Teapot in Melon Shape

Thome

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

White teapot in the shape of a melon. Blue lines around the base and vertically along the body in a panel design; blue, orange and green floral design on body. Long curved spout on left; C-shaped handle on right. Metal lid with knob on top, metal band around lid.

Artwork Details

Date
late 17th century
Medium
Porcelain painted with cobalt blue under and colored enamels over transparent glaze (Hizen ware; Kakiemon type); American mount
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 449 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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