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Meiping vase with human figures

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The vase, titled "Meiping vase with human figures", by an unknown artist, is a ceramic vase with a black base color. The vase has a narrow neck and a wide body that tapers towards the base. The base of the vase is slightly flared. The vase features a design with blue, brown, and beige colors. The main body of the vase has a carved pattern featuring human figures amongst foliage and flowers. A blue band encircles the vase near the top and bottom. The lower section of the vase has a carved pattern resembling a structure with vertical slits. The background of the image is gray.

Artwork Details

Date
late 15th–early 16th century
Medium
Stoneware with polychrome enamels (Fahua ware)
Culture
China
Dimensions
416 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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