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Dish

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white photograph of a round plate. The plate has a scalloped edge. The plate's rim is decorated with an intricate floral design and a scene. The center of the plate features a scene with buildings, plants, and a pathway. The buildings in the scene have Asian architectural elements, including a pagoda-style roof. The plate sits on a flat surface against a plain wall.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1730
Medium:
White crackled porcelain decorated with blue under the glaze, polychrome enamels (Arita ware, Ko Imari style)
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
599 × 573 px
Museum record:
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