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Plate

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white photograph of a plate. The plate is round and white with a wide rim. The rim has a pattern of dragons, clouds and floral motifs. Inside the plate, a design depicts two people wearing traditional Asian clothing. One person sits on the floor. The other person stands to the left. A table with a vase and other objects sits to the right. A ruler is placed in front of the plate. A label reads "THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM". The plate is titled "Plate" and the artist is unknown.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1730–50
Medium:
Porcelain painted in overglaze famille rose enamels and gilt
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
593 × 624 px
Museum record:
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