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Set of Ten Gourd-Shaped Vessels with Reed Design

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a small beige-colored vessel shaped like a gourd. The vessel consists of two connected bulbous sections. The top section is smaller and rounded with a short neck and small opening. The lower section is larger and more rounded. The vessel features a crackled beige glaze. The design consists of a blue and green leafy plant with gold accents. The background shows a textured beige fabric.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Stoneware with overglaze enamels and gold (Kyoto ware)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
548 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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