Vase with Elephant Heads and Cloud Designs

White vase with rounded body that tapers towards the top and bottom. Two elephant heads protrude from the sides slightly below the neck. The vase features intricate designs and motifs. The top section includes a band of raised scrollwork around the neck. The main body showcases a detailed scene with elephants, clouds and waves. A Greek key pattern separates the motifs. Horizontal bands with geometric patterns are on the lower body. The base features a band of architectural motifs. The background is a gradient from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.

Artwork details

Medium:: Soft-paste porcelain with incised and applied decoration (Jingdezhen ware)
Culture:: China
Dimensions:: 468 × 624 px
Museum record:: View original

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