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Plate with Basket of Auspicious Flowers

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Large, round plate with a wide rim. The plate has a white background and is predominantly decorated with green, blue, red, and orange colors. The center of the plate features a circular design with a tree and flowers. Surrounding the center is a ring with a green background and intricate designs. The main body of the plate has eight smaller, rounded rectangular sections, each containing various scenes, including people, animals, and plants. These sections are separated by green curved lines and are set against a green background. The rim of the plate has an intricate, patterned border featuring red and blue designs. The plate appears to be ceramic or porcelain.

Artwork Details

Date
late 17th–early 18th century
Medium
Porcelain painted with colored enamels over transparent glaze (Jingdezhen ware)
Culture
China
Dimensions
599 × 449 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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