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Vase

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Vase by unknown artist is a white vase. The vase is tall and slender with a wide body that tapers slightly towards the bottom. The base of the vase is circular and flat. The neck of the vase is long and narrow, flaring out slightly at the top to form a small mouth. The vase appears to be made of ceramic or porcelain and has a glossy finish. The background of the image is a plain white surface, with a subtle shadow cast by the vase. The shadow is darker at the bottom of the image and gradually fades towards the top.

Artwork Details

Date
late 16th–early 17th century
Medium
Porcelain with white glaze (Dehua ware)
Culture
China
Dimensions
346 × 623 px
Public Domain
Yes
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