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Bowl

Eiraku Hozen

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The bowl by Eiraku Hozen is a rounded, silver vessel with a wide mouth and a short foot. The bowl has a shiny, reflective surface with an engraved design that features swirling patterns and a floral motif. The engravings are intricate and cover the entire body of the bowl. The interior of the bowl is smooth and plain. The bowl is positioned on a white background, with a slight shadow visible underneath it. The overall shape of the bowl is bulbous, with a slightly narrow base.

Artwork Details

Date
1800
Medium
Porcelain decorated with enamel and gold (Kyoto ware)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 404 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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