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Vase

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The vase, created by Leach, is a ceramic piece with a bulbous base and a narrow top. The base is dark brown with a glossy finish. The top portion is light brown with a rough texture. A circular lid with a small knob is on top. The lid is light brown with a circular indentation. The background is a gradient gray color.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Clay covered with a thin glaze (Bizen ware, Imbe style)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
490 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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