The sculpture is a richly decorated lidded vase. It features a vibrant display of flowers and birds depicted in intricate detail on the body. The lid has a small sculpted figure of a stylized lion or mythical creature sitting on top. The color palette includes warm and soft colors - pinks, yellows, whites, and greens - against a complex pattern background. The material appears to be porcelain with a smooth, glossy finish. It presents itself as an ornate and elaborate piece of craftsmanship with decorative motifs indicative of traditional artistic techniques.
Artwork Details
- Date
- late 18th century
- Medium
- porcelain with overglaze famille rose enamels
- Dimensions
- 567 × 1200 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
Palette