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Vase

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a Vase by artist unknown. The vase is tall and made of dark-colored material, likely ceramic or stone. It has a narrow opening at the top and a wide body that tapers down to a narrower base. The vase features an intricate design etched into its surface, which appears to be a floral pattern with leaves and stems. The design is symmetrical and covers most of the vase's surface. The vase is shown on a plain background, with a small scale and label in front of it. To the right of the vase, there is a white rectangular object with some numbers written on it.

Artwork details

Medium:
Grey stoneware (Cizhou ware)
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
468 × 624 px
Museum record:
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