Vaas met deksel, slangen als ornament 1764

"Vaas met deksel, slangen als ornament" is a 1764 etching by Italian artist Benigno Bossi, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The print depicts a detailed and realistic representation of an ornately decorated vase with a lid. The vase is characterized by its fluted body and elaborate handles crafted in the form of entwined serpents. The artist’s precise rendering of the vase's form and intricate details reflects the Neoclassical style that was prevalent in the 18th century.