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Covered Vase

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows two white porcelain vases with lids. The vases are symmetrical and identical, positioned side by side. They have a wide base that tapers inwards and then flares out slightly towards the top. The top portion is narrower with a flared rim and a small knob on top of the lid. Each vase features a circular design on its body with a flower-like motif in the center surrounded by radiating lines. The vases are decorated with floral patterns and have two handles on either side that resemble curved ribbons or snakes. The background is plain white. The title of the image is "Covered Vase".

Artwork Details

Date
1770–1800
Medium
Porcelain
Culture
Chinese
Dimensions
474 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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