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One of a Pair of Wine Cups (Sakazuki) with Willow and Swallows

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Reddish brown ceramic cup with a wide mouth and narrow base. The cup features a design of a tree branch with green leaves and three black and red birds. The background has a textured pattern. The cup's interior and exterior have a shiny finish. A white surface is behind the cup.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Red lacquer ground with gold hiramaki-e on black lacquer
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 429 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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Palette