

Vase in the form of an archaic wine vessel (gu)
Vase in the form of an archaic wine vessel (gu), by artist unknown. The vase has a wide, flared mouth and a narrow base. The body of the vase is divided into two parts: - The upper part tapers down and is wider at the top. - The lower part is bulbous. The entire vase is decorated with intricate, colorful designs featuring turquoise, red, and green. The design includes gold-colored metalwork with curved chain-like elements on either side that connect the upper and lower sections. The base of the vase is circular and flat. The background of the image is gray, with a shadow cast to the right of the vase.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 17th century
- Medium
- Cloisonné enamel
- Culture
- China
- Dimensions
- 468 × 624 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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