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Teapot

Rantei

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black teapot with rounded body, short spout on left side, and handle on right side that doubles as a lid. The lid has a small knob on top. The teapot has a wide mouth and a small lip around the top. The surface is matte and rough. The background is white. Teapot by Rantei.

Artwork details

Date:
1790
Medium:
Clay, unglazed, decorated with white and red enamels and gold (Kyoto ware)
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
599 × 408 px
Museum record:
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