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l, dark-glazed ceramic vase with an elongated, tapering body and a small mouth. The glossy black finish features prominent horizontal ribbing across the upper half, with subtle lighter brown tones on the ridges.
Ribbed Prunus Vase
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista

Ribbed Prunus Vase

Artist Chinese Artist
DateSong Dynasty (960-1279)
Place of originHenan, China, Asia
MediumStoneware with black glaze
Dimensions14 3/4 x 18 1/2 in. (37.5 x 47 cm)
ClassificationsFurnishings and Equipment
Credit LineMuseum purchase, gift of Dr. and Mrs. David A. Cofrin
Object number1994.14
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Visual DescriptionA tall, dark-glazed ceramic vase with an elongated, tapering body and a small mouth. The glossy black finish features prominent horizontal ribbing across the upper half, with subtle lighter brown tones visible on the ridges.
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