Vase
Unknown Artist
20th century
Medium
Pottery
Dimensions
H. 3 5/8 in. (9.2 cm)
Classification
Ceramics
Culture
China
Department
Asian Art
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Gift of Ralph M. Chait, 1929
Accession Number
29.40
Art Historical Context
This petite vase, standing just 3⅝ inches (9.2 cm) tall, exemplifies the enduring tradition of Chinese ceramics from the 20th century.ed in pottery by an unknown artist, it hails from a culture renowned for its masterful pottery-making, which dates back millennia. Though modest in scale, such vessels were often prized for everyday use or as decorative objects in homes, reflecting China's deep-rooted appreciation for functional beauty in art. Chinese ceramics hold immense historical significance, evolving from ancient Neolithic wares to imperial porcelains that influenced global trade via the ...