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Plate with Phoenix and Mythical Qilin

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

White plate with scalloped edge. The center of the plate depicts a blue and gold phoenix standing on a green hill, surrounded by green leaves. A blue and brown mythical qilin stands to the right of the phoenix. The rim of the plate features a colorful design with various animals, including birds, deer, and insects, amidst trees and foliage. The design on the plate includes green, blue, red, and gold colors.

Artwork Details

Date
1678–88
Medium
Porcelain painted with colored enamels over transparent glaze (Jingdezhen ware)
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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