Octagonal-fluted vase

An item at Metropolitan Museum of Art

This octagonal-fluted vase attests to a cycle of artistic exchange across media, regions, and time periods. Realized through the use of modern European glass technology, the design of this vessel was inspired by ninth-century Yue celadon ware. Interestingly, these early Chinese celadon vessels were themselves believed to have been inspired by imported glass vessels from Central and West Asia.

Asian Art

An exhibit at Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Met's collection of Asian art—more than 35,000 objects, ranging in date from the third millennium B.C. to the twenty-first century—is one of the largest and most comprehensive in the world. Each of the many civilizations of Asia is represented by outstanding works, providing an unrivaled experience of the artistic traditions of nearly half the world.

Metropolitan Museum of Art