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Bulbous Vase with Makara Spout

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The vase has a wide, round body that tapers in at the top and bottom. The top tapers in to a short neck that flares out slightly to form a circular rim. The bottom tapers in to a short pedestal base. A curved spout protrudes from the right side of the vase, with a makara head at the end. The makara has a long snout and a fin on top. The entire vase appears to be made of metal and has a dark patina.

Artwork details

Date:
10th–11th century(?)
Medium:
Bronze
Culture:
Indonesia (Java)
Dimensions:
554 × 624 px
Museum record:
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