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Plate with symbols of the Eight Immortals

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The plate, titled "Plate with symbols of the Eight Immortals", created by an unknown artist, is a large, round dish with a wide rim. The plate's center features a black and white design depicting a large plant with flowers, leaves, and fruit. The rim of the plate is decorated with eight oval-shaped sections, each containing a design. Four of the sections feature a curved line resembling a snake or a flame, while the other four contain illustrations of flowers or a figure. The sections are separated by a patterned border that runs along the edge of the plate. The plate sits on a gray surface, casting a slight shadow. The overall design on the plate is in black and white.

Artwork Details

Date
late 18th century
Medium
Porcelain painted in overglaze polychrome enamels (Jingdezhen ware)
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 621 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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