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Vase

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Vase by Unknown Artist. Dark-colored, possibly black or dark gray, stone or metal vase. The vase has a wide, flared mouth. The body of the vase narrows down to a cylindrical section. Two handles are attached on either side, each featuring a sculpted animal head. The base of the vase flares out again. The surface of the vase shows a subtle sheen, suggesting it may be made of polished stone or metal. The background of the image is light grey. The vase casts a shadow to the right. The overall shape of the vase is symmetrical.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Jade
Culture
China
Dimensions
491 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
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