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Vase

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black vase with a wide body and narrow neck. The body is bulbous, curving inwards towards the top. The base of the vase is circular and flat. The opening at the top is flared. The vase appears to be ceramic or made of a similar material. It has a glossy finish. The background is light gray. The vase by artist is titled "Vase".

Artwork details

Date:
first half of the 19th century
Medium:
Porcelain with mottled red and black glaze
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
500 × 625 px
Museum record:
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