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Plate

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Plate by James Ensor depicts a round, dark-colored plate with a raised edge. The plate appears to have a flat bottom and straight sides that curve slightly outward. It has a darker shade of gray or black color with lighter gray tones visible on its surface. The plate is centered in the image and set against a white background.

Artwork details

Date:
1700–1900
Medium:
Wood; Maple
Dimensions:
599 × 548 px
Museum record:
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