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.