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Vase in the Shape of an Archaic Bronze Vessel

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The vase is a dark gray color with a square base and a flared top. The vase has a wide, flat lip around the top edge. A wide, rounded section encircles the center, featuring a mask with a nose and eyes. The vase has a decorative design with swirling patterns and flowers. The background is light grey. The vase appears to be made of metal. The artist is unknown. The title is "Vase in the Shape of an Archaic Bronze Vessel".

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Cloisonné and painted enamel
Culture
China
Dimensions
389 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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