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Model of a Dog

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

White ceramic dog with red, blue, and teal spots and a red harness. The dog is on all fours with head lowered, tail up, and ears folded back. The dog's eyes are yellow with black pupils.

Artwork Details

Date
late 17th century
Medium
Porcelain with polychrome enamels over transparent glaze (Hizen ware, Kakiemon type)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
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