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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
Museum record:
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