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Vase with cover

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Vase with cover by Asian, is a tall glass object with an ornate design. The object has a narrow top and a wide base. The object has a lid on top with a small knob. There are two handles on either side of the object. The handles are attached to the body and have a curved design. The body of the object has an intricate design with flowers and other patterns. The number 833 is etched into the front of the object. The object appears to be made of glass or crystal. The object is sitting on a reflective surface, possibly glass or metal. The background of the image is a plain gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
18th–19th century
Medium:
Rock crystal
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
355 × 624 px
Museum record:
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