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Plate

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of plate. Round plate with five distinct sections. The largest four sections are oval-shaped and equally sized, arranged in a cross shape. The center section is circular and smaller. The plate background is white. The plate border has a design. The four outer oval sections each have a floral design with some birds. The center circular section has a monogram. The plate appears to be made of ceramic or porcelain.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1860–66
Medium
Porcelain
Culture
Chinese, for American market
Dimensions
599 × 460 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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