This is a decorative ceramic vase. The vase features intricate designs that include large green lotus leaves, white lotus flowers, and a scene of a marsh or pond at the lower part of the vase. A white crane or heron is depicted standing in the water amongst the reeds. The background and top of the vase are dark gray, contrasting with the vibrant greens and whites of the vegetation and wildlife. The top of the vase is rounded, with a short, narrow neck.
Artwork Details
- Date
- Kangxi period, 1662/1722
- Medium
- porcelain with famille verte enamels on the biscuit
- Dimensions
- 757 × 1200 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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