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Vase

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Large vase with wide mouth and flared rim. Bulbous body with decorative etchings and designs throughout. Base of vase is flared and short. Two bird-shaped handles on either side. Vase appears to be made of metal with a dark patina or etching giving it a gray color. Decorations on vase include floral or leaf patterns. The title of the work is "Vase".

Artwork details

Medium:
Cloisonné enamel on copper
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
455 × 624 px
Museum record:
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