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Cup and Saucer

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

White saucer with a floral design and gold trim. The saucer has a wide, shallow bowl. The center has a large crest or coat of arms with a bird on top. The crest has a shield with three stars on a white background and a black stripe. Two ornate gold lines surround the crest. There are floral designs around the edges. The saucer is artist "Cup and Saucer".

Artwork details

Date:
1785–90
Medium:
Porcelain
Culture:
Chinese, for American market
Dimensions:
599 × 485 px
Museum record:
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