Firepot 18th century

"Firepot" is an 18th-century Japanese artwork by Shobei, depicting a traditional tea ceremony setup. This three-dimensional artwork is a miniature representation of a room, showcasing a tea kettle, a brazier, and other implements on a wooden platform, all enclosed within a painted screen. This miniature display evokes the serene and ritualistic atmosphere of a Japanese tea ceremony, emphasizing the importance of simplicity and harmony in the culture. The artwork is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.