The Saucer by Unknown Artist shows a large, round, shallow bowl with a wide rim. The bowl has a white background with a gold rim and a gold circle in the center. The center of the bowl has a small circle with a red and blue design. Surrounding the center circle are four oval-shaped sections, each containing a different colorful design featuring birds, flowers, and greenery. The oval sections are separated by a decorative border of green, red, and gold swirling patterns, flowers, and birds. The background of the image is a gradient gray.
Artwork details
- Date:
- ca. 1860–66
- Medium:
- Porcelain
- Culture:
- Chinese, for American market
- Dimensions:
- 600 × 483 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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