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Vessel with mythical creatures, flowers, and birds

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark brown cylindrical vessel with a handle on the left side, and a spout emerging from the handle. The vessel has three horizontal raised bands dividing it into sections. The body of the vessel is adorned with red designs depicting mythical creatures, flowers, and birds. A curved, scalloped piece protrudes from the top. The vessel is supported by three small feet at the bottom. The background is a grey gradient.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Black lacquer painted with red, green, and yellow lacquer
Culture
China
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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