Century Vase
Medium
Porcelain
Dimensions
H. 12 3/4 in. (32.4 cm)
Classification
Vase
Culture
American
Department
The American Wing
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Franklin Chace, 1969
Accession Number
69.194.2
Tags
Art Historical Context
Crafted around 1876 by designer Karl L. H. for the Union Porcelain Works, *Century Vase* as a exquisite example of American porcelain artistry during the nation's centennial celebrations. Standing 12¾ inches tall, this porcelain vessel features intricate motifs of George Washington, men, and animals, evoking patriotic pride and the revolutionary spirit. Union Porcelain Works, based in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, was a pioneering American firm renowned for producing high-quality, European-inspired porcelain that rivaled imports, marking a key moment in the U.S. ceramics industry. The vase's title no...