Design for Two Vases 1765 - 1790

This 18th-century design for two vases, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases the influence of Chinese porcelain on European decorative arts. The detailed, hand-drawn design features a blue and white color scheme characteristic of the Chinese porcelain pieces known as "Blue and White" ware, which were highly sought after in Europe during this period. The design exemplifies the Rococo style, with its emphasis on asymmetrical patterns and delicate ornamentation. The use of the French term "vas" for "vase" in the title further suggests that the work was created in France.