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Flask

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a black and white photo of a Flask. The flask is made of metal and has a rounded square body. The flask features a short neck and mouth, and two small protrusions on either side near the top. The base of the flask is flat and has four short legs. The surface of the flask has intricate carvings throughout, with a central rectangular design on the front that appears to have Chinese characters. The background of the image is a plain off-white color. The overall appearance of the flask suggests it is an antique or ancient artifact.

Artwork Details

Date
1st–2nd century
Medium
Earthenware with green glaze
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 613 px
Public Domain
Yes
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