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Vase

Chinese Qing Dynasty

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a vase with a simple form. It has a rounded body and a narrow neck that widens at the top. The vase is green with a glazed, crackled surface, giving it texture. It appears to be made of ceramic. The vase is visually appealing and likely used for holding flowers or as a decorative item.

Artwork Details

Date
late 18th century
Medium
porcelain with apple-green glaze
Dimensions
758 × 1200 px
Public Domain
Yes
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