The "Platter" by Unknown Artist shows a round, flat plate with a white background. The plate features a colorful design around its edge, with a thin black line bordering the inner rim. Inside this border is a scenic view of a large building on a rocky coastline, with boats on the water in front of it. The building appears to be a castle or palace with multiple towers. Behind the building, there are mountains in the distance under a cloudy sky. The plate's edge design consists of a gold vine pattern intertwined with blue, green, yellow, and red flowers and leaves. The plate is set against a plain gray background.
Artwork details
- Date:
- 1745–55
- Medium:
- Porcelain
- Culture:
- Chinese, for Swedish market
- Dimensions:
- 599 × 469 px
- Museum record:
- View original
Palette
