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Water Pot for Tea Ceremony (Mizusashi)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image is a black and white photograph of a small, weathered metal pot titled "Water Pot for Tea Ceremony (Mizusashi)" by an unknown artist. The pot is cylindrical with a short base and slightly flared lip. It has a handle attached to two vertical posts on either side of the pot. The handle is arched and appears to be made of the same metal as the pot. The surface of the pot is heavily textured and has a rough, worn appearance. There are cut-out designs on the sides. The background of the image is light gray, with a shadow cast by the pot to the left.

Artwork Details

Medium
Stoneware with drip iron glaze (Tanba ware)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 516 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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