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Vase with roundels of phoenix and chi dragon

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The vase has a white background with black designs. The vase is bulbous at the bottom, tapering to a narrower neck. The body of the vase features four large circular motifs, possibly representing a phoenix and chi dragon in a cloud-like setting. The circular motifs are surrounded by ornate patterns. The top portion of the vase, including the neck, displays more intricate designs, including geometric patterns and possibly stylized flowers or foliage. The base of the vase has a decorative border.

Artwork details

Date:
mid-18th century
Medium:
Porcelain painted in underglaze cobalt blue (Jingdezhen ware)
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
302 × 624 px
Museum record:
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