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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
Public Domain
Yes
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