Wine cup 19th century

This 19th century "Wine cup" by Aoki Mokubei (1767-1833) is a fine example of Japanese ceramics. The cup is decorated with delicate brushstrokes of underglaze blue, forming swirling patterns reminiscent of clouds and leaves. The simplicity and elegance of the design, characteristic of Mokubei's work, reflects the aesthetics of the Edo period. This small but refined piece is a testament to the skill and artistry of the renowned Japanese ceramicist Aoki Mokubei, and is now part of the collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.