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Vase in Meiping Shape

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The vase, titled "Vase in Meiping Shape" by an unspecified artist, is a yellow, ceramic vessel. The vase has a narrow, white rim at the top. Its body is bulbous with a wider middle section that tapers in towards the bottom and curves outward slightly near the base. The vase's surface is a uniform yellow color with small spots and a subtle sheen. The background is dark gray, transitioning to lighter gray towards the bottom, with the vase casting a shadow to the right.

Artwork Details

Date
17th century
Medium
Porcelain with incised decoration under yellow glaze (Jingdezhen ware)
Culture
China
Dimensions
469 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
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