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Vase

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Vase by an unknown artist is a black and white image of a tall vase. The vase has a wide, rounded body with a narrow neck and a flared mouth. The body of the vase is predominantly white with intricate black designs that resemble swirling vines and flowers. The neck of the vase has a patterned design consisting of two sections, one featuring a diamond-shaped pattern and the other featuring swirling patterns. There are two handles on either side of the neck, each shaped like a curved leaf or wing. The base of the vase has a decorative border. The background of the image is a plain light-colored surface.

Artwork details

Date:
1840
Medium:
Porcelain, craquelé glaze with enamels (Izumo ware)
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
356 × 624 px
Museum record:
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