Octagonal platter with a wide rim. The platter features a black and white illustration of a tropical scene with trees, thatched roof huts, and people standing near a body of water. A line of trees and foliage runs along the left and right sides. There are several palm trees. The image depicts a cloudy sky. A crack runs along the upper right side of the plate. A ruler is placed underneath on the left. A small plaque on the right reads "THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART". The objects are on a dark flat surface. The platter is by William Ridgway & Co.
Artwork details
- Date:
- ca. 1840–ca. 1854
- Medium:
- Earthenware, transfer-printed
- Culture:
- British (American market)
- Dimensions:
- 599 × 480 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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