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Plate

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Plate by Chinese artist, depicts a round, flat dish with a wide rim. The plate is white with a black design. The center of the plate features a large bird with outstretched wings, surrounded by curved lines and flowers. The rim of the plate is divided into sections, each containing a different design. The designs on the rim include trees, flowers, and various animals. The background of the image is dark gray, with a lighter gray shadow underneath the plate.

Artwork details

Date:
late 17th–early 18th century
Medium:
Porcelain painted in underglaze blue
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 576 px
Museum record:
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