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Cup and Saucer

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white photo of a ceramic cup. The cup is wider than it is tall. It has a wide mouth and a narrow base. A decorative line goes around the top. A double-headed eagle design in black is on the front. The eagle has a sunburst design behind it. A leafy design is under the eagle. A saucer is positioned under the cup. The saucer is round and flat with a slight lip. A decorative line goes around the edge. The saucer matches the cup in design and color. The background is plain and light-colored.

Artwork Details

Date
1800–1815
Medium
Porcelain
Culture
Chinese
Dimensions
599 × 440 px
Public Domain
Yes
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