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Pot for Wine or Tea

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image is of a teapot by the artist "Pot for Wine or Tea". The teapot has a round body that is wider at the bottom than at the top. It has a short curved spout on the left side and a curved handle on the right side. The lid is round with a small knob on top. The teapot appears to be made of metal, likely copper or bronze, and has a dark brown patina with some gold tones visible. The surface of the teapot shows signs of wear and aging, with some areas appearing more worn than others. The background of the image is a plain off-white color.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Beaten bronze
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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