

Bottle with Overlapping Petals
The artwork titled "Bottle with Overlapping Petals" by an unknown artist depicts a dark gray vase with a narrow mouth and a wide, rounded body that tapers downward. The vase features an etched pattern resembling overlapping petals or leaves; the etching lines are lighter gray. The background is a gradient from light gray at the bottom to dark gray at the top; a shadow is cast on the bottom right of the vase. The overall shape is symmetrical, with the widest part around the middle and a narrow neck at the top. The image is in black and white. The vase appears to be made of ceramic or stone.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 11th–early 12th century
- Medium
- Silver with chased, repoussé, and incised decoration
- Culture
- China
- Dimensions
- 460 × 624 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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