Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Objects Facet
3. Furnishings and Equipment (hierarchy name)
4. Containers (hierarchy name)
5. containers (receptacles)
6. [containers by form]
7. vessels (containers)
8. vases
9. flower vases

Anotations

Scope note:

Vases designed for use on an altar, usually to hold cut flowers or other plant matter; found in Christian, Buddhist, and other religious settings. In Christian churches, according to the Cæremoniale Episcoporum, the altar vases should be placed between the candlesticks on the altar.