Vase by Unknown. The object is a dark gray, stone or ceramic vase with a flared lip. The vase has a cylindrical body with a wide mouth. An animal figure on the left side resembles a dragon or a mythical creature. The creature's head faces left. A similar creature on the right side faces right. The base of the vase features a carved design. The base is square with a lattice pattern. A ruler at the bottom left shows measurement markings. The background is light gray. The image appears to be in black and white. The image includes a small label at the bottom right that reads 'THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART'.
Artwork Details
- Medium
- Nephrite, greenish grey
- Culture
- China
- Dimensions
- 415 × 625 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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