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Bronze vase with flaring rim and gold splash design
Gold-splash Vase
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista

Gold-splash Vase

Artist Chinese Artist
DateQing dynasty (1644-1911), 17th-18th century
Place of originChina, Asia
MediumBronze, gold
Dimensions8 1/4 in. (21 cm)
ClassificationsFurnishings and Equipment
Credit LineMuseum purchase, funds provided by friends of the Harn Museum.
Object number2006.9.2
Collections
Visual DescriptionBronze vase with flaring rim and gold splash design
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