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Cup Plate

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Cup Plate by unknown artist shows a round, ornate plate with a scalloped edge. The plate has a flower-like design with curved shapes extending from the center to the edge. The center of the plate features a starburst pattern surrounded by a series of intersecting lines. The curved shapes have a textured surface with small dots and lines. The background of the image is a gradient of white to dark gray. The plate appears to be made of metal, possibly silver or another reflective material. The overall design is intricate and symmetrical.

Artwork Details

Date
1830–45
Medium
Lacy pressed glass
Culture
American
Dimensions
494 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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