Octagonal Bowl with Design of Peonies

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Octagonal bowl with design of peonies by artist. White ceramic bowl with an octagonal shape. The bowl has a wide mouth and a narrow base. The rim is decorated with an orange patterned border. The body of the bowl features a design of orange peonies and green leaves on a white background. The peonies are large and have multiple petals. The leaves are teardrop-shaped with pointed tips. The bowl has a small foot at the bottom. The background of the image is a plain gray color. The bowl is centered in the image and is the main focus. The lighting is soft and even.