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Vase

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Vase by Unknown Artist is a white vase with a wide mouth and a narrow base. The vase has two handles on either side, each featuring a dragon's head. The body of the vase is bulbous and features an etched design. A pattern of lines encircles the top edge of the vase. The background of the image is black. Small text is printed on the very bottom.

Artwork Details

Date
1780
Medium
White porcelain, elaborately carved (Hirado ware)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
473 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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