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Vase

Denver China and Pottery Company

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Green vase with a wide mouth and narrow base. The vase is bulbous with a rounded body that tapers down to a narrow base. The surface of the vase has a textured, organic appearance with swirling patterns. The glaze is shiny and has a mottled appearance. The background of the image is gray, with a slight shadow cast by the vase. The vase appears to be ceramic or porcelain. It has a small opening at the top. The color of the vase is predominantly dark green with lighter green highlights. The overall shape of the vase is asymmetrical.

Artwork details

Date:
1903
Medium:
Earthenware
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
600 × 453 px
Museum record:
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