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Plate

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The plate by artist "William Spence" titled "Plate" depicts a round, shallow dish with a wide rim. The plate has a scalloped edge and is decorated with a black and white design. The center of the plate features a scenic landscape with a body of water, a building on the left side, and a tree on the right side. The rim of the plate is decorated with a patterned border featuring geometric shapes, flowers, and small pictures. The plate appears to be made of ceramic or porcelain and has a glossy finish. The image of the plate is in black and white. The plate is set against a plain background.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1815–ca. 1835
Medium
Earthenware, transfer-printed
Culture
British (American market)
Dimensions
599 × 596 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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