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A small, slender ceramic vase with a off-white glaze. It has a bulbous upper body tapering to a flared foot, decorated with a blue geometric band around the shoulder.
Vial
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista

Vial

Maker Vietnamese
DateLe-Mac Dynasty (1428-1682)
Place of originVietnam, Asia
MediumStoneware
Dimensions3 3/8 x 1 3/8 x 1 3/8 in. (8.6 x 3.5 x 3.5 cm)
ClassificationsFurnishings and Equipment
Credit LineGift of Don Q. Vining, M.D.
Object number1989.13.225
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Visual DescriptionA small, slender ceramic vase with a off-white glaze. It has a bulbous upper body tapering to a flared foot, decorated with a blue geometric band around the shoulder.
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