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Custard Cup

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

White ceramic cup with a handle on the right side. The cup is decorated with a crest on the left side featuring a shield with three stars and a figure. The shield is surrounded by a decorative frame with a ribbon. The crest also includes a bird-like creature. The cup has a gold border at the top and bottom. The right side features a red rose with green leaves. The background of the image is gray. The cup appears to be titled "Custard Cup" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
1785–90
Medium
Porcelain
Culture
Chinese, for American market
Dimensions
599 × 462 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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