Large Vase

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Large Vase by artist Sakaida Chokuzan: A tall, flared vase with a narrow base and wide mouth. The vase features a predominantly white body adorned with various designs and patterns. A dark blue and gold geometric patterned band encircles the flared mouth. A stylized blue and white four-lobed motif sits atop a red flower with a yellow center. A large white panel showcases a brown tree with small red flowers. Two dark blue curved lines flank the panel. A similar four-lobed motif with orange petals and a white center appears near the base. The background is a plain beige color, with the vase casting a subtle shadow.