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Vase with cover

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a vase with a cover, by artist unknown. The vase is bulbous with a narrow base and a wide body that tapers slightly towards the top. The vase has a rounded shoulder and a short neck. The lid is domed with a pointed finial on top. The vase and lid are decorated with intricate designs and patterns, including a scene of people and animals on the body of the vase. The scene on the vase appears to depict a rural or countryside setting with people and animals, possibly including horses and trees. The background of the image is a plain wall, and the vase appears to be sitting on a shelf or table. The overall style of the vase suggests it may be an example of Asian ceramics, possibly Chinese or Japanese.

Artwork Details

Date
1720
Medium
Porcelain decorated with enamels (Arita ware, Imari type)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
401 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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