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Ninsei-style Serving Container (Mukōzuke)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Ninsei-style Serving Container (Mukōzuke) by artist. Rectangular container with a flat top and straight sides. The container's body is primarily cream-colored with a rough texture. The right lower corner of the container features a decorative diagonal band. The band contains a floral pattern with red, gold, and green colors. The background of the image transitions from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom. The container casts a slight shadow on the surface below it.

Artwork Details

Date
1868–1912
Medium
Stoneware with overglaze enamels (Kyoto ware)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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