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Plate

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The plate by an unknown artist features a scenic landscape. The plate has a scalloped edge and a black and white design. In the center, a large building with a tower and columns is situated on the right side, while a smaller building with a tower is on the left. The buildings appear to be near a body of water. Trees and foliage are present on both sides of the plate. The plate is circular.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1830–ca. 1870
Medium
Earthenware, transfer-printed
Culture
British (American market)
Dimensions
600 × 606 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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