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Plate (one of a pair)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The plate has a wide circular body with a flat base. The plate's rim features an ornate black design. The rim also has a repeating pattern of flower blossoms on branches. A dragon design in light gray is present in the center. The plate is primarily white.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Porcelain decorated in underglaze enamels (Arita ware, Imari style)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 588 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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