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Hexagonal Trumpet Beaker Vase

Chinese Qing Dynasty

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a hexagonal vase with floral motifs. The vase is adorned with blossoms in pink, white and green colors set against a yellow backdrop. It is made of glazed ceramic material with a white rim on top featuring a red crisscross pattern. The floral patterns are evenly spaced around the surface, creating a harmonious and balanced look.

Artwork Details

Date
Kangxi period, 1662/1722
Medium
porcelain with famille jaune enamels on the biscuit
Dimensions
612 × 1200 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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