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Flower Vessel

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Flower Vessel by Carl C. Christensen is a dark brown vase with a wide base and a narrow neck. The vase has a bulbous body with a wide, rounded bottom that tapers into a narrow neck. A thin line encircles the vase at the bottom of the body and another at the top. The surface of the vase appears to be made of metal with a dark brown patina and visible signs of wear, showing lighter brown and gold tones. The background is a plain gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
13th century
Medium:
Gilt bronze
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
434 × 624 px
Museum record:
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