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Vase

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Pale green jade vase, flower-shaped with a flared mouth and a rounded body. A stem with another flower and foliage carved on the side. The vase sits on a dark brown wooden base with intricate carvings. The base is irregularly shaped and has a wavy edge. The jade is carved to resemble a flower with curled petals, the edges are rough. A smaller flower with a rounded center and several small circles carved into it. The background is gray. The artist and title of the piece are unknown.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 13th century
Medium:
Nephrite
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
584 × 625 px
Museum record:
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