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Bowl imitating carved lacquer

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a bowl titled "Bowl imitating carved lacquer" by an unknown artist. The bowl has a wide mouth and a narrow base. The bowl's exterior is reddish-brown with an etched design. The etched design on the exterior resembles a floral pattern. The interior of the bowl is gold-colored and smooth. The bowl is sitting on a gray surface. The background is a solid gray color. There is a shadow cast to the right of the bowl.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Porcelain with molded decoration and gilt interior (Jingdezhen ware)
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 399 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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