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Vase with cover and base

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The vase is made of dark brown or black material, possibly metal. It has a wide base with three small feet and narrows at the middle before widening into a bulbous body. Two handles are on either side. A decorative band encircles the top. The lid features a carved figure of an animal with a curled tail. The background transitions from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom. The object is titled "Vase with cover and base" by an unspecified artist.

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
Smoky quartz
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
468 × 624 px
Museum record:
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