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Minature vase with floral scrolls

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The vase has a wide, flat base and a narrow neck. Base of the vase is blue with white patterns. Middle section of the vase, below the neck, has intricate blue designs on a white background. The neck of the vase is white with blue designs at the top and middle. The top of the vase is not visible. The vase appears to be ceramic or porcelain. The vase is titled "Minature vase with floral scrolls" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
early 18th century
Medium
Porcelain painted in underglaze cobalt blue (Jingdezhen ware)
Culture
China
Dimensions
515 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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