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Teabowl

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black teabowl with cracks on the upper part of the body, shiny glaze, and a wide mouth. The body is rounded and sits on a short foot. The glaze shows signs of wear and aging. Teabowl by Bernard Leach.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1780
Medium
Clay covered with glaze and decoration (Black Oribe ware)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 481 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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