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Vase, called "The Fire Cloud"

Chinese Qing Dynasty

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of a ceramic vase. The vase has a deep red glaze transitioning to a lighter color towards the neck and base. Its surface is crackled, which is a characteristic of traditional glazing techniques. The shape of the vase is elegant, with a slightly flaring mouth and a rounded body tapering towards the base. The background of the image is a dark shade.

Artwork Details

Date
early 18th century
Medium
porcelain with oxblood glaze
Dimensions
666 × 1200 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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