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Miniature vase

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Miniature vase by artist. Dark green vase, shiny surface. The vase has a narrow base that tapers outward to a wider middle section. The top of the vase tapers inward to form a short neck with a flared rim. The background is light gray, the vase casts a shadow on the right. The vase appears to be made of ceramic or glass.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Porcelain with crackled green glaze (Jingdezhen ware)
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
468 × 624 px
Museum record:
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