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Vase

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Vase by René Lalique is a white, bulbous vessel with a wide base and narrow neck. The vase has a small foot at the bottom. The top portion of the vase features a dark metal neck with an ornate design. The design on the metal includes floral patterns and a shield-like motif. The background is a plain wall with a shadow cast to the right. The overall image is in black and white.

Artwork Details

Date
early 18th century
Medium
Porcelain with incised decoration under clear glaze (Jingdezhen ware), silver mounts
Culture
China
Dimensions
376 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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