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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
Museum record:
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