Meiping vase with human figures

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black vase with a wide body that tapers to a narrow neck and mouth. The body of the vase has a white design depicting several human figures in dynamic poses; some are holding objects. The background of the design is black, matching the rest of the vase. The base of the vase is round. The images on the vase include depictions of people wearing robes and appearing to engage in combat or a performance. One figure wields a sword. The overall style suggests it could be an example of traditional Asian art. Meiping vase with human figures.