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Water pot with dragons among clouds

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a white porcelain vase with a wide body and narrow opening at the top. The vase is predominantly white with illustrations of red and beige dragons and clouds. Two dragons are depicted in red and beige hues, surrounded by beige and red cloud-like formations. The vase has a glossy finish, reflecting light on its surface. It is centered on a gray background, casting a shadow to the left. The artist and title of the piece is "Water pot with dragons among clouds".

Artwork Details

Medium
Porcelain painted in underglaze copper red (Jingdezhen ware)
Culture
China
Dimensions
599 × 428 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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