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Teabowl

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Teabowl by Bernard Leach. Black ceramic bowl with a wide mouth and a narrow base. The bowl has a glossy finish and appears to be made of dark clay. It has a small foot at the bottom and a slight lip around the top edge. The exterior has a visible crack running down one side. The interior is smooth and shiny. The background is light gray.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Clay covered with glaze (Satsuma type)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 491 px
Public Domain
Yes
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