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Vase in Shape of Archaic Bronze Vessel

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

White vase with a wide body and narrow top. The vase has two small handles on either side. The body of the vase is bulbous and the base is small and circular. The surface of the vase features raised designs. The raised designs on the lower part of the vase resemble curved lines and shapes. The raised designs on the upper part of the vase resemble wavy lines. The background is dark gray, and the vase casts a shadow. The vase resembles an archaic bronze vessel. The title of the piece is "Vase in Shape of Archaic Bronze Vessel" by the artist.

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
Soft-paste porcelain (Jingdezhen ware)
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
469 × 625 px
Museum record:
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