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Covered vase

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Covered vase by unknown artist depicts a tall, rectangular dark gray metal object. The object is vase-shaped and features an ornate, embossed design on the front and sides. The design includes a leafy motif and the entire object is framed by a decorative serrated border. A stylized dragon or serpent head is on the front near the top with a small circular opening beneath and a curved handle attached to the right. A pagoda-style roof tops the object. A ruler or measuring device is positioned in front of the object, indicating its size. The background is light-colored.

Artwork Details

Medium
Nephrite
Culture
China
Dimensions
435 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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