Flower vase

Vases generally have a similar shape. Lowest is the foot, a distinguishable base to the piece. The design of the base may be bulbous, flat, carinate,[1] or another shape. Next, is the body, which forms the main portion of the piece. Resting atop the body is the shoulder, where the body curves inward. Then the neck, where the vase is given more height. Lastly, the lip, where the vase flares back out at the top. All these attributes can be seen in the picture at right. Some vases are also given handles.