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Square Bowl

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Square Bowl by Bernard Leach. The bowl is square in shape with a wide mouth and a small foot. The bowl has a rough, textured exterior with vertical striations. The surface appears to be dark-colored with lighter patches. The bowl is made of ceramic material. The bowl's edges are slightly rough. The bowl is sitting on a flat surface. The background is light-colored.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Clay covered with white slip and a streaked glaze (Raku ware)
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
599 × 395 px
Museum record:
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