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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
Museum record:
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