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Plate

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a black and white photo of a decorative plate. The plate is circular with a scalloped edge. The plate has a floral design with a flower in the center and a series of concentric circles around it. The plate's surface features an intricate pattern of lines and shapes, including flowers, leaves, and curved lines, all pressed into the plate. The plate's background is a plain surface, possibly a table or countertop, with some faint marks and scratches visible. The overall effect is one of elegance and sophistication, suggesting that the plate may be a piece of fine china or a decorative item. The plate is by the artist Plate.

Artwork details

Date:
1830–40
Medium:
Lacy pressed glass
Dimensions:
600 × 571 px
Museum record:
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Palette