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Teabowl

Kenzan III

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Teabowl by Kenzan III: A black ceramic teabowl with a wide mouth and a rounded body that bulges out in the middle, tapering down to a narrow base with a small foot. The bowl has a glossy finish. The base has horizontal lines around it. The background is light gray.

Artwork Details

Date
early 19th century
Medium
Clay, ribbed and covered a mottled glaze (Kenzan ware)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 476 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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