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Covered vase

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

White vase, "Covered vase", artist unknown. The object is symmetrical. The object features a narrow base that widens towards the middle and tapers towards the top. The middle section bulges out. The object has a short neck. The lid is rounded with two small handles on top. The two handles on either side of the middle section are adorned with flower-like designs. The object rests on a short pedestal base. The background is dark gray with the object casting a shadow to the left.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Jade
Culture
China
Dimensions
439 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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