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Vase in Shape of Double Gourd

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Vase in Shape of Double Gourd by Seung Y. Lee is a bright yellow, glossy vase with a distinctive double-bulb shape. The vase has a narrow opening at the top and a wide, rounded body that is divided into two connected bulbs, one larger than the other. The larger bulb is positioned at the bottom, while the smaller bulb is at the top. The vase appears to be made of ceramic material and has a smooth, shiny glaze. The background of the image is a gradient of dark gray to light gray. The vase casts a shadow on the surface below it. The overall shape of the vase resembles a double gourd.

Artwork Details

Date
early 18th century
Medium
Porcelain with yellow glaze (Jingdezhen ware)
Culture
China
Dimensions
469 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
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