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Vase with lions

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The vase, titled "Vase with lions" and created by an unknown artist, features a predominantly turquoise body adorned with gold and black designs. The vase has a wide, rounded base that narrows towards the top, with a short neck and a small opening at the top. A wide band encircles the neck. The body showcases a diverse array of animals including dragons, lions, and other creatures amidst swirling clouds and waves. The neck is decorated with a geometric pattern in gold, turquoise, and black. Two gold dragon handles are attached on either side of the neck. The base of the vase has a simple gold band. The background of the image is gray.

Artwork Details

Medium
Cloisonné enamel
Culture
China
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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