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Bowl

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black and white photograph of a ceramic bowl titled "Bowl" by the artist Bernard Leach. The bowl is round with a wide mouth and a narrow base. The exterior is dark gray with a slightly lighter band around the bottom. The interior is darker gray with a lighter gray floral pattern and a border around the rim. The bowl is placed on a flat surface against a plain background. The surface is light-colored and reflects some light. The background is a plain wall that is lighter at the top and darker at the bottom. The overall appearance is simple and minimalist.

Artwork details

Date:
13th century
Medium:
Porcelaneous clay
Culture:
Korea
Dimensions:
600 × 443 px
Museum record:
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