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Soup Plate

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

White ceramic plate with an octagonal shape. The plate features a coat of arms in the center, surrounded by colorful flowers. The coat of arms has a black and white shield with three stars on a blue background and a floral pattern around it. A bird sits atop the shield. The plate's rim is adorned with gold accents and small floral patterns. The outer rim has a gold rope-like design. The plate titled "Soup Plate" by the artist.

Artwork Details

Date
1785–90
Medium
Porcelain
Culture
Chinese, for American market
Dimensions
599 × 485 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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