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Compote

Union Porcelain Works

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Red and white plate with a wide rim, featuring a design of concentric circles. The rim has two white lines that form white geometric shapes on a red background. Inside the plate, a red circle surrounds a central image. The central image depicts a woman sitting on a flat surface, wearing a green garment. She has brown hair and is holding a spindle. There are four yellow fruits in front of her. The plate appears to be made of ceramic material. The plate is titled "Compote" and attributed to "Union Porcelain Works".

Artwork Details

Date
1875–90
Medium
Porcelain
Culture
American
Dimensions
599 × 512 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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