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Plate with Dutch Landscape

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a plate titled "Plate with Dutch Landscape" by an unknown artist. The plate is round and has a decorative border around the edge, featuring a raised wavy design. The plate's interior features a black and white drawing of a Dutch landscape. In the landscape, there are rolling hills and fields with a few trees. Three people and two animals are standing on the left side of the plate. A village or town is visible in the background on the right side, with several buildings and a church steeple. The sky above has a few clouds. The overall scene depicts a serene and idyllic rural setting.

Artwork Details

Date
early 18th century
Medium
Porcelain with underglaze blue decoration (Arita ware)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 618 px
Public Domain
Yes
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