Artwork preview

Teabowl

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Teabowl by Bernard Leach. Dark-colored ceramic bowl with a glossy finish. The bowl has a rounded body and a short foot. The rim of the bowl is uneven and wavy. The surface of the bowl has a reflective sheen. The bowl is largely dark but has areas of lighter reflection. The base of the bowl has small stamped text. The background is plain and light-colored.

Artwork details

Date:
early 17th century
Medium:
Clay covered with a dull black glaze. Name Seiran (Ko raku)
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
599 × 536 px
Museum record:
View original
Palette