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Vase with archaic-style patterns

13th century
Not on view
This elegant bronze vase, with its round body and elongated neck, resembles esteemed ceramics from the Song dynasty. But while porcelain Ding ware features minimal decoration, this vase exudes archaic appeal with a band of triangular blades featuring interior patterns on its neck and a broad band of stylized dragons filled with spirals on its belly.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • 南宋　仿古紋樣銅細頸瓶
  • Title: Vase with archaic-style patterns
  • Period: Southern Song dynasty (1127–1279)
  • Date: 13th century
  • Culture: China
  • Medium: Copper alloy
  • Dimensions: H. 8 in. (20.3 cm); Diam. 4 1/4 in. (10.8 cm)
  • Classification: Metalwork
  • Credit Line: Purchase, David and Eugenia Ames Gift, 2021
  • Object Number: 2021.296
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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