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Dish with a dragon amid clouds

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Reddish orange ceramic dish, round and shallow. The interior is carved with a design. The design consists of a dragon surrounded by clouds. The dragon is coiled and facing the front. The dragon has scales and a flame-like mane on its head. The inside edge of the dish is carved with a band of foliage. The background of the image is gray, getting darker towards the top. The dish casts a faint shadow. The dish is titled "Dish with a dragon amid clouds" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
late 16th century
Medium
Carved red lacquer
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
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