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Bottle with Overlapping Petals

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

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
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