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Baluster Vase

Chinese Qing Dynasty

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a decorative vase adorned with intricate designs of birds, cherry blossoms, branches, leaves, and rocks. The vase is primarily black with colorful details including blue and white blossoms, white and light blue birds, green leaves, and rocks. The material seems to be ceramic with a glossy finish, and the vase has a wide mouth and a curved form. The contrast between the vibrant colors and the black background makes the design visually striking.

Artwork Details

Date
Kangxi period, 1662/1722
Medium
porcelain with famille noire enamels on the biscuit
Dimensions
649 × 1200 px
Public Domain
Yes
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