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Saucer with floral pattern

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Round, shallow dish with a wide rim. The interior features a floral pattern divided into sections. The center has a symmetrical flower-like design. Six sections radiate outward, each containing a floral motif. Sections alternate in color and shading. The rim has small holes or dots along its inner edge. Background is plain and light-colored. The artist is unknown, but the title is "Saucer with floral pattern".

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Porcelain painted in overglaze polychrome enamels (Bencharong ware for Thai market)
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 621 px
Museum record:
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