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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
Museum record:
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