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Double gourd bottle with flowers

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Double gourd bottle with flowers by unknown artist. The vase has a dark color with white floral designs. It has a narrow neck and a wide body that is shaped like two connected gourds. The top gourd is smaller than the bottom one. The vase has a small base and a larger, ornate stand. The floral designs on the vase are white and appear to be painted on. The designs consist of flowers and leaves. The background of the image is light gray. The vase appears to be sitting on a surface.

Artwork Details

Date
early 16th century
Medium
Porcelain with raised slip and polychrome enamels (Jingdezhen Fahua ware)
Culture
China
Dimensions
466 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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