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Vase

late 17th–early 18th century
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 219
Made for the Muslim community in China, this vase has two Arabic inscriptions, which read, "Glory to Allah" and "Praise be to Allah."

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • 清早期 阿拉伯文銅瓶
  • Title: Vase
  • Period: Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
  • Date: late 17th–early 18th century
  • Culture: China
  • Medium: Copper alloy
  • Dimensions: H. 5 3/4 in. (14.6 cm)
  • Classification: Metalwork
  • Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1907
  • Object Number: 07.205.1
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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