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Saucer

Hichozan Shinpo

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black and white photograph of ceramic dishes on two shelves. The top shelf has four items: - A large bowl with various designs on the left - A similar bowl to its right - A plate with a teacup design in the center - A teacup on a saucer on the right The bottom shelf has five items: - A small bowl on a plate on the left - A small plate with a design - A covered dish in the center - A teacup on a plate on the right All items are white with various designs, including floral patterns, animals, and people. The background is a plain wall behind the shelves. The title of the image is "Saucer by Hichozan Shinpo".

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1830
Medium
White porcelain decorated in colored enamels iron red and gold; (Hizen ware)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 363 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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