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Teapot

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Brown teapot with a floral design. The teapot is made of clay and has a brown color. It has a rounded body and a short, curved spout on the right side. The handle is on the left side, and it is made of the same material as the teapot. The lid is on top of the teapot and has a small knob in the center. The floral design on the teapot features pink and white flowers with green leaves. The background is a gradient of dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.

Artwork details

Date:
early 19th century
Medium:
Pottery ornamented with enamels (Banko ware)
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
599 × 587 px
Museum record:
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