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Celery Vase

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a clear glass vase titled "Celery Vase" by Baccarat. The vase has a wide flared mouth and a narrow base. The body of the vase is decorated with vertical and horizontal cuts, creating a pattern of facets. The base of the vase is circular and flat, with a short stem connecting it to the body. The background is light gray, with a slight shadow cast by the vase on the surface below. The overall shape of the vase is tapered, with the widest part at the top and the narrowest part at the base.

Artwork Details

Date
1850–70
Medium
Pressed glass, diamond thumbprint
Dimensions
443 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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