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Bottle vase

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Bottle vase by Boris Kärfve features a glossy black vase with a bulbous body and a long, narrow neck. The base of the vase is circular and flat with a brown rim. The background of the image is white with shadows cast by the vase. The vase appears to be made of ceramic or glass. It has a smooth, shiny surface that reflects light. The overall shape of the vase resembles a bottle. The vase's body is rounded and curved. The neck tapers upwards, forming a narrow opening at the top. The vase's base provides stability and balance to the overall design.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Porcelain with dark brown glaze (Jingdezhen ware)
Culture
China
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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