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Hanging Vase

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The vase is bulbous with a narrow top and a tail-like protrusion at the bottom. The vase has a narrow opening at the top and is wider at the middle, tapering down to the bottom. The top half of the vase is a reddish-brown color with a crackled texture. The bottom half of the vase is a lighter beige color with brown spots and streaks. The background of the image is gray. The title of the piece is "Hanging Vase" and it is by an unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
mid-19th century
Medium:
Earthenware with lead and copper glazes
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
475 × 625 px
Museum record:
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