The sculpture is a hexagonal porcelain vase with intricate painted scenes. The subjects include figures engaged in various activities, such as combat or celebration and conversation or musical performance. The color scheme consists of green, red, and black on an off-white background, with accents of orange and other colors. The upper edge of the vase has a decorative geometric openwork flange in green and white porcelain. Various patterns, including waves and clouds, border the scenes on the vase.
Artwork Details
- Date
- Kangxi period, 1662/1722
- Medium
- porcelain with overglaze famille verte enamels on the biscuit
- Dimensions
- 839 × 1200 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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