Blossom-Shaped Cup and Matching Cup Stand

Beige ceramic cup and saucer set, titled "Blossom-Shaped Cup and Matching Cup Stand", by artist The cup has a fluted, scalloped edge and features a brown floral design on a beige background with a dark blue rim. The matching saucer is larger and also has a scalloped edge, with a blue floral design on a beige background. The cup stand is a short, round base with a smooth surface. The entire set rests on a light-colored fabric surface.

Artwork details

Date:: 17th century
Medium:: Glazed pottery decorated with underglaze cobalt and iron and with overglaze blue and green enamels; Kyoto pottery of Ko-Kiyomizu type
Culture:: Japan
Dimensions:: 599 × 410 px
Museum record:: View original