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Saucer

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white photograph of ceramic items. A small bowl on the left with a wide mouth and a narrow base. The bowl features a design of a bird-like figure on its side. The bowl has a stippled texture. A large plate on the right with a wide rim and a flat center. The plate features a similar bird-like figure design in the center, and a stippled texture throughout. The background of the image is a plain surface with shadows cast by the items. The title of the image is "Saucer" and the artist is not specified but likely associated with this type of ceramic work.

Artwork Details

Date
1800–1830
Medium
Earthenware, spatterware
Culture
British
Dimensions
599 × 487 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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