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Platter

Thomas Godwin

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Octagonal platter with flat sides and slightly raised rim. The platter has a scenic design in the center, depicting a harbor scene with boats and buildings in the background. In the foreground, there are trees, bushes, and a group of people on the left side. The rim of the platter features a decorative border with a repeating pattern of flowers, leaves, and other foliage. The platter appears to be made of a white material, possibly ceramic or porcelain, with a black and white design. The image is shown in grayscale, with no color present. The platter is titled "Platter" and attributed to artist Thomas Godwin.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1840–ca. 1850
Medium:
Earthenware, transfer-printed
Culture:
British (American market)
Dimensions:
599 × 477 px
Museum record:
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