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Plate

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Round plate with a flat rim and a wide, shallow body. The plate features a landscape design in shades of gray, with horizontal lines that resemble sand dunes or waves. Small clusters of plants or trees are scattered across the plate, giving a sense of depth to the landscape. The plate is presented against a dark background, which helps to highlight its details. The image is in black and white. The title of the plate is "Plate".

Artwork Details

Date
1820
Medium
White porcelain decorated with blue under the glaze (Hirado ware)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 583 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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