Powdered tea box decorated with round floral medallions

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This box for powdered tea decorated in round medallions with flower motifs was produced in Kyōto. As a former imperial seat, Kyōto is a major centre of the tea ritual. The city of Uji, near Kyōto, is still known for its production of green tea.

date:	fourth quarter of the 19th century
measurements:	height 7 cm depth 9,3 cm
material:	Stoneware
technique:	Painted in overglaze enamel and gold
inscription:	unsigned
inventory number:	Vu 664
gallery collection:	Collection of Asian and African Art

Powdered tea box decorated with round floral medallions

Anonymous artist

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