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Plate with Design of Pine Needles

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Oval-shaped plate with a dark-colored design on a lighter background. The plate's interior features a repeating pattern of black pine needles on a gray background. The plate's rim is slightly raised and has a subtle shine, with a small lip around the edge. The plate appears to be made of ceramic or porcelain. The background behind the plate is white. The plate's title is "Plate with Design of Pine Needles".

Artwork Details

Date
1650s
Medium
Porcelain with overglaze enamels (Hizen ware, Ko Kutani style)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 372 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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