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Compote

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The compote by Herend features a white base color with a gold rim around the top edge of the bowl, which has a wavy edge. The bowl is supported by a short stem and a square base. The compote has a reticulated or pierced design on the bowl. Green leaves and small purple flowers are painted on the exterior. Gold bands encircle the bowl, stem, and base. The background of the image is gray.

Artwork Details

Date
1815–30
Medium
Porcelain
Culture
French
Dimensions
599 × 481 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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