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Vase with immortals

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Large vase with wide mouth and narrow neck, flared at top; rounded body tapering to base. The vase features intricate designs and illustrations. A panel on the neck shows a figure standing under a tree. The body has a large panel depicting multiple people in traditional clothing standing near trees. The vase's surface includes a pattern of flowers and foliage. Two ornate handles are on either side of the neck. The background of the image is gray. The title of the vase is "Vase with immortals" by an unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
Porcelain painted in overglaze polychrome enamels (Jingdezhen ware)
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
319 × 624 px
Museum record:
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