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Dish

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a circular, flat dish with a wide rim. The dish has a dark brown and black color with visible signs of aging and wear, such as rust and chipped areas. The interior of the dish features a red and gold floral design etched into the surface. The design consists of curved lines forming flower-like patterns, arranged in a symmetrical composition. The dish has a raised rim with a rough, uneven edge. The background of the image is a gradient of gray, transitioning from light to dark.

Artwork Details

Date
1797
Medium
Earthenware; Redware
Culture
American
Dimensions
599 × 537 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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