Pair of Vases

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Two cylindrical vases, titled "Pair of Vases" by artist uncertain, feature a light-colored base material, possibly ceramic or porcelain, with a predominantly white and light gray color scheme. The vases have a rounded lip at the top and two handles, one on each side, near the top. A wide band encircles the top, adorned with a repeating pattern of small flowers and two large circular decorations. The main body of each vase showcases an intricate design with various flowers, leaves, and foliage. A second, wider band is positioned near the bottom, featuring a design with three distinct sections, each containing a circular decoration and additional small flowers. The vases are set against a plain background, with a light source casting shadows behind and to the side of them.