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Vase decorated with floral medallions

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The vase, Vase decorated with floral medallions, is a deep red color with a wide mouth that tapers inward. The vase has a bulbous body that tapers down to a narrow base. The inside of the mouth is teal. The outside features intricate designs and patterns, including floral medallions in shades of blue, white, gold, and green. Two ornate gold handles are attached on either side of the neck. The background of the image is a plain gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
mid-18th century
Medium:
Porcelain painted in overglaze enamels and gilding with engraved decoration (Jingdezhen ware)
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
468 × 624 px
Museum record:
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