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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
Museum record:
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