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Vase in the shape of archaic wine container (gu)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The vase, titled "Vase in the shape of archaic wine container (gu)" by an unknown artist, is a green ceramic object. The top is wide and flared with a small lip around the edge. The long, narrow middle section flares out at the bottom. The base has three stacked rounded sections of decreasing size. The base flares out at the bottom. The entire vase has a glossy finish. The background is a light gray color.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Porcelain
Culture
China
Dimensions
416 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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