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Vase

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The vase by artist is dark gray, made of a dark material, possibly metal. The vase has a wide mouth that flares out and a narrow base. The body of the vase is divided into two sections, the top section is narrower and cylindrical with two handles on either side. The handles are curved and twisted. The top section features etched designs. The bottom section is wider and tapers down to the base, featuring etched designs. The vase sits on a white surface against a white wall.

Artwork Details

Date
late 18th–early 19th century
Medium
Bronze
Culture
China
Dimensions
465 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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