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Vase

George E. Ohr

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark purple vase with a glossy finish by George E. Ohr. The vase has an irregular shape with wavy and uneven edges. The top of the vase features multiple small openings resembling a flower or a crown. The base of the vase is rounded and wider than the top. The color is predominantly dark purple with some lighter purple and brown undertones visible in the glaze. The background of the image is a gradient from dark gray at the top to white at the bottom. The vase appears to be made of ceramic material.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1897–1900
Medium
Earthenware
Culture
American
Dimensions
484 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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