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Vase with Butterflies

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

White vase with a narrow neck, wide body that tapers towards the bottom, and a domed lid. The vase features blue designs including butterflies, flowers, and abstract patterns. The background is dark gray to light gray, with the vase casting a shadow to the right. The title is "Vase with Butterflies".

Artwork Details

Date
late 17th–early 18th century
Medium
Porcelain painted with cobalt blue under transparent glaze (Jingdezhen ware)
Culture
China
Dimensions
469 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
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