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Miniature Vase

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The vase, titled "Miniature Vase", by the artist, is a small, dark red ceramic piece. It has a wide, flared mouth with a light-colored rim. The body of the vase is narrow and shaped like an hourglass, with a wider base. The base is circular and flat, with a small lip around the edge. The vase appears to be made of ceramic or porcelain and has a glossy finish. The color is primarily dark red with a light-colored rim and a black and orange base. The background is white with a shadow cast by the vase.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Porcelain with copper red glaze (Jingdezhen ware)
Culture
China
Dimensions
505 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
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