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Cup and Saucer

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a teacup and saucer by an unknown artist titled "Cup and Saucer". The teacup is white with a wide mouth and a handle on the right side. The teacup has a dark-colored rim around the top edge. The teacup features a repeating pattern of small, dark-colored flowers or plants. The teacup is sitting on a flat surface, and there is a shadow cast to the right. The background is plain and light-colored. There is a saucer, but it is not visible.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1780
Medium
Porcelain
Culture
French, possibly
Dimensions
594 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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