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Vase in shape of winter melon

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The ceramic vase is in the shape of a winter melon. It is dark red with tan-colored accents. The vase has a rounded body with vertical ridges. The top and bottom of the vase are narrower than the middle. The opening at the top is a small circle. The background is gray and darker at the top. The object is by artist unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
early 19th century
Medium
Porcelain with splashed glaze (Jingdezhen ware)
Culture
China
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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