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Vase with equestrian figure in landscape

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

White vase with a wide base that tapers to a narrow neck and flared rim. The vase features blue illustrations. A figure riding a horse is depicted on the lower part of the vase. The horse is shown in motion, with its front legs extended. The rider wears a hat and holds reins in one hand. Above the horse scene, a bare tree branch and foliage are illustrated. The top of the vase has a blue patterned band around the rim. The background of the scene depicted on the vase appears to be a landscape with lines suggesting movement or wind. The vase stands on a gray surface against a dark gray to black gradient background.

Artwork Details

Date
mid-17th century
Medium
Porcelain painted in underglaze cobalt blue (Jingdezhen ware)
Culture
China
Dimensions
469 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
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