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Vase with Peony Scroll

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The vase has a wide body that tapers to a narrow neck and small opening at the top. The vase is primarily white with black painted designs. A large peony flower is centered on the vase, surrounded by swirling lines and leaf-like shapes. The lower portion of the vase has vertical lines. The background of the image is dark gray. The title of the piece is Vase with Peony Scroll by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
11th–early 12th century
Medium
Stoneware with white and black slip and cut decoration under transparent glaze (Cizhou ware)
Culture
China
Dimensions
469 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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