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Custard Cup

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

White ceramic cup with handle on right side. The cup has rounded body with a narrow base. Top and bottom have orange decorative borders. On the front, a colorful crest or coat of arms with a shield and decorative elements. To the right of the crest, a red flower with green leaves. The background of the image is gray, transitioning from dark at the top to light at the bottom. The cup is titled "Custard Cup" and is by an unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
1785–90
Medium:
Porcelain
Culture:
Chinese, for American market
Dimensions:
599 × 462 px
Museum record:
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